A 20 year old female is being evaluated for an acute onset of an alteration in
mentation. She She complained of a stiff neck and persistent headache. Vital signs
are P 112, R22 and regular BP 144/88, SpO2 95% and T 1
...
A 20 year old female is being evaluated for an acute onset of an alteration in
mentation. She She complained of a stiff neck and persistent headache. Vital signs
are P 112, R22 and regular BP 144/88, SpO2 95% and T 102.3F. The healthcare
provider should observe for which complication?
A. Sepsis
B. Seizure
C. Cardiac arrest
D. Internal bleeding - CORRECT ANSWERS B. Seizure
A 45 year old patient is found supine on the floor of the Triage area. Healthcare
providers note pinpoint pupils, shallow respirations and vomitus in and around
the mouth. What course of action should be implemented next?
A. Initiate an IV and administer naloxone
B. Supplemental oxygen and suction
C. Obtain a blood glucose level
D. Being bag-mask ventilation - CORRECT ANSWERS B. Supplemental O2 and
suction
Patients with a history of chronic bronchitis that present with shortness of breath
are likely to have which condition?
A. Pulmonary embolism
B. Angina pectoris
C. Angioedema
D. Hypertensive crisis - CORRECT ANSWERS A. Pulmonary Embolism
Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is characterized by what pathological
change?
A. Excessive mucus production
B. Inflammation of the visceral pleura
C. Breakdown of the alveolar-capillary membrane
D. Accumulation of fluid between the pleural layers - CORRECT ANSWERS C.
Breakdown of the alveolar-capillary membrane
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