Which explanation would the nurse provide to the parents of a child with spasmodic croup who ask why their child is receiving humidified oxygen? It helps prevent drying of membranes. It provides a mode of giving inhalant medications. It increases the surface tension of the respiratory tract. It provides an environment free of pathogenic organisms.

Which of the following assessments should the nurse prioritize when caring for a patient with suspected compartment syndrome? a) Capillary refill b) Pedal pulses c) Skin temperature d) Range of motion

A patient in the intensive care unit (ICU) is receiving intravenous vasodilator therapy for the management of hypertension. The nurse monitors the patient for which potential complication of vasodilator therapy? a) Bradycardia b) Hypotension c) Tachypnea d) Hyperglycemia

Discuss what special precautions a nurse would need to take to protect the airways of patients who are paralyzed or have less control over swallowing, coughing, and deep breathing.

The nurse is preparing to give medications. Which is the most appropriate nursing action for intravenous (IV) phenytoin (Dilantin)?a )Give IV doses via rapid IV push.b) Administer in normal saline solutions.c )Administer in dextrose solutions.d )Ensure continuous infusion of the drug.

Describe primary risk factors for thromboembolic disorders? Explain how laboratory testing of coagulation parameters is used to monitor anticoagulant pharmacotherapy? Describe the nurse's role in the pharmacologic management of patients with coagulation disorders? Describe the physiology of hematopoiesis and how it can be modified by the administration of pharmacologic drugs? Explain the function of erythropoietin? Describe the nurse's role in the pharmacologic management of hematopoietic disorders?

what is the role responsibilities for a Respiratory physician with a patient with asthma

What are the penalties and other legal actions defined by CMS for noncompliant hospitals?

Which of the following interventions should the nurse prioritize when caring for a patient with a suspected tension pneumothorax? a) Administering supplemental oxygen b) Administering intravenous fluids c) Performing needle decompression d) Assisting with chest tube insertion.

Mrs Alensi returned to the ward 1 hour ago following a Left sided total knee replacement. She has a morphine infusion running at 1mg/hour for pain relief. 30 minutes ago, her BP was 115/75 and her respirations were 16. You have just checked again and now her BP is 85/55 and her respirations are 10. Describe what actions you would take and medications you anticipate administering and provide rationale.