EXAM | NEWEST ACTUAL EXAM
COMPREHENSIVE QUESTIONS AND
VERIFIED ANSWERS GRADED A+ 2026
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Which of the following actions complies with ventilator acquired
pneumonia (VAP) prevention protocols? - ANSWER Keep head of
bed 30-45 degrees
What ventilator adjustment do you expect when your patient's ABG is
pH 7.40, PaCO2 112, BICARB 22? - ANSWER Decrease in FiO2
What information do you need from the provider to setup a cerebral
intraventricular drainage system? - ANSWER Maximum ICP
After turning a patient with CVP monitoring what should you do to
ensure accuracy of the CVP reading? - ANSWER Zero the line at
phlebostatic axis
What assessment tool is needed for a patient who has uncomplicated
retrosternal hemorrhage? - ANSWER Follow up imaging test
, Which condition may cause increased effects from a medication that is
mostly metabolized by the liver? - ANSWER Hepatitis C
An intubated patient with a GCS of 3 is admitted to the ICU from the ER
after being found down for an unknown amount of time at home. The
CT scan reveals profuse cerebral edema. When is the BEST time to
notify organ donation services? - ANSWER Within 24 hours of
admission to the ICU
What order is included in the pre-procedural checklist for patients at
risk for acute kidney injury who are to receive IV contrast? - ANSWER
Pre-hydration with IV Fluids
Your patient is intubated with an ETT and sedated without spontaneous
movements when the ventilator alarms with a high-pressure warning.
The ventilator tubing is free and unkinked. What should you do NEXT? -
ANSWER Provide 100% oxygen and prepare to suction the patient
Your postoperative patient suddenly becomes dyspneic, clutches their
chest and their Sp02 drops to 89% the patient has a swollen left calf.
what condition do you suspect? - ANSWER Pulmonary embolism