PRN1725 CCC4 Exam 2
1. Anaphylaxis (anaphylactic shock) Signs and Symptoms?
difficulty breathing,
wheezing,
chest tightness,
hypotension,
tachycardia,
change in mental status,
and possibly nausea and vomiting.
2. Signs and Symptoms of Heat Stroke?
Dehydration, Muscle Cramps, Nausea, Vomiting, and Confusion, Body Temp higher than
106 Degrees.
3. Interventions/Responsibilities for LPN for Lumbar Puncture?
Procedure requires a signed consent form.
Obtain sterile lumbar puncture tray, local anesthetic, sterile gloves, and tape.
Assist patient into position with back bowed, head flexed on chest, and knees drawn up
to the abdomen.
Patient may be lying or sitting.
Assist patient to maintain position and to hold still during procedure.
Reassure patient and provide emotional support. Personnel must wear a mask during
procedure.
4. White Tag (Class IV)
Minor injuries not requiring health care provider care (abrasion, bruises)
TREATMENT: Dismiss
, 5. Black Tag (Class V)
Dead or imminently dying with little chance of survival
TREATMENT: None
6. Red Tag (Class I)
Immediate Threat to Life, such as
Airway Compromise or
Hemorrhagic Shock
TREATMENT: Immediate
7. Yellow Tag (Class II)
Major Injuries
Open Fractures
Large Wounds
TREATMENT: Within 30 min to 2 hrs
8. Lumbar Procedure Post OP
Postprocedure: Appropriately label tubes with patient data and transport them to the
laboratory immediately.
Keep patient flat in bed for 1 h or longer after procedure to reduce headache and
encourage fluid intake unless contraindicated.
Observe the site for signs of drainage and inflammation.
9. Sign and Symptoms of Respiratory Failure
Restlessness, Confusion, Increased Respiratory Rate, Increased CO2
1. Anaphylaxis (anaphylactic shock) Signs and Symptoms?
difficulty breathing,
wheezing,
chest tightness,
hypotension,
tachycardia,
change in mental status,
and possibly nausea and vomiting.
2. Signs and Symptoms of Heat Stroke?
Dehydration, Muscle Cramps, Nausea, Vomiting, and Confusion, Body Temp higher than
106 Degrees.
3. Interventions/Responsibilities for LPN for Lumbar Puncture?
Procedure requires a signed consent form.
Obtain sterile lumbar puncture tray, local anesthetic, sterile gloves, and tape.
Assist patient into position with back bowed, head flexed on chest, and knees drawn up
to the abdomen.
Patient may be lying or sitting.
Assist patient to maintain position and to hold still during procedure.
Reassure patient and provide emotional support. Personnel must wear a mask during
procedure.
4. White Tag (Class IV)
Minor injuries not requiring health care provider care (abrasion, bruises)
TREATMENT: Dismiss
, 5. Black Tag (Class V)
Dead or imminently dying with little chance of survival
TREATMENT: None
6. Red Tag (Class I)
Immediate Threat to Life, such as
Airway Compromise or
Hemorrhagic Shock
TREATMENT: Immediate
7. Yellow Tag (Class II)
Major Injuries
Open Fractures
Large Wounds
TREATMENT: Within 30 min to 2 hrs
8. Lumbar Procedure Post OP
Postprocedure: Appropriately label tubes with patient data and transport them to the
laboratory immediately.
Keep patient flat in bed for 1 h or longer after procedure to reduce headache and
encourage fluid intake unless contraindicated.
Observe the site for signs of drainage and inflammation.
9. Sign and Symptoms of Respiratory Failure
Restlessness, Confusion, Increased Respiratory Rate, Increased CO2
