You received a report on a patient that sustained a right hemisphere
CVA 48 hours ago. What do you expect the patient to exhibit? -
ANSWER-Lift sided weakness of the leg, arm, and face and face
You have 4 patients who have high priority needs. One needs to go to
surgery, 1 needs stat lab draws From a PICC line, Another has chest pain
rated 8/10 And another needs toileting. Which patient should you tend
to 1st? - ANSWER-The patient with chest pain
Your coworker posted photos on social media from a birthday party
they had for her in the unit break room. What should be your next
course of action? - ANSWER-No action is necessary because no PHI was
displayed.
Is your patient with stage IV Terminal lung cancer continues to
experience increasing pain as each day passes. What would you
anticipate the provider ordering for this patient? - ANSWER-Palliative
care consult
Your 72 Year old male patient is admitted for colon cancer Related
complications and has a history of CHF, stroke and a recent Knee
replacement.Based on your patient's risk assessment,You determine he
is at risk for Venous thromboembolism (VTE) What is an appropriate
, VTE prophylaxis prophylaxis order for this patient? - ANSWER-
Enoxaparin(Lovenox) once daily and intermittent pneumatic
compressions(IPC)
1.2 Milligrams is equal to how many micrograms - ANSWER-1200 mcg
Your patient is on contact precautions for active MRSA. What proper
PPE should you use before entering the room? - ANSWER-Gown and
gloves
You are caring for a patient with history of diabetes mellitus. You walk
into the room and find the patient lethargic and diaphoretic. What is
your 1st action? - ANSWER-Obtain capillary blood glucose level
Your patient has symptomatic anemia but is refusing a blood
transfusion for religious reasons. What is an appropriate response? -
ANSWER-Respect his wishes and notify the provider
You find your coworker looking through your patient's medical record..
She States how is Mr. Smith doing? He is my best friend's dad. We are
so worried about him. What is the best course of action? - ANSWER-Tell
her you cannot give her information and report her actions to your
manager.
Your male patient complaints of discomfort while inflating the balloon
during insertion of a endwelling urinary catheter. What would be the