204 Critical Respiratory

the RN has a pt w/ a pneumo. a large clot is noted in the tubing. Which other assessment finding req. immediate action

MD is inserting PA catheter. Which of these findings would indicate a complication from the catheter insertion?

Which of these individuals is at risk for a primary spontaneous pneumothorax?

A pt w/ a pneumonis has sudden onset sharp pain on one chest wall. Dyspneic + low O2 sat. You give O2, then what?

An intubated clients oxygen saturation has dropped to 88%. What action by the nurse takes priority?

A client appears dyspneic, but the oxygen saturation is 97%. What action by the nurse is best?

You're moving your pt from the ED to step down who has a chest tube. What would you do in prep for transport?

During assessment, the RN notes paradoxical lung movements. This finding is consistent with what health problem?

Your pt has a pneumo w/ subq emphysema. Which assessment finding validates this statement?

When caring for a pt who has a pneumo, which of these actions should the RN include in the patient’s plan of care?

A pt w/ TB is dyspneic. Significant JVD. Which assessment would you perform immediately?

A RN finds a client anxious, SOB, chest pain, and having a blood pressure of 88/52. What action is the priority?

Patient has a PE and is receiving O2. The student asks why their O2 is not improving despite their O2 tx. What response?

A pt receiving IV heparin therapy. Which lab value could indicate a serious side effect has occurred?

The healthcare provider is caring for four patients. Which patient should be assessed first?