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Quizlet Adult Medical Surgical Head Injury Monitoring Neurological Status Questions
Question 1 of 5
A patient has the following arterial blood gases: PaCO2=33, HCO3=15, pH=7.23. Which condition is presenting?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: pH 7.23 (acidotic), low HCO3 (15) indicate metabolic acidosis. Low PaCO2 (33) shows partial respiratory compensation. Choice B is correct.
Question 2 of 5
When caring for the patient who is on peritoneal dialysis and complains of abdominal pain, chills, and nausea, the nurse knows these signs may be an indication of:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Peritonitis (B) is a common complication of peritoneal dialysis, presenting with abdominal pain, chills, and nausea.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse recognizes that this principle guides health care decisions:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Autonomy (A) prioritizes patient or surrogate decision-making in healthcare.
Question 4 of 5
After giving the first dose of morphine to relieve the chest pain of a critical care patient, the next priority action is to
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Post-morphine, assessing pain relief and side effects (C) ensures efficacy and safety.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following effects occur due to parasympathetic innervation?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The parasympathetic nervous system (PNS) promotes 'rest and digest.' Erection occurs via PNS-mediated vasodilation (acetylcholine and nitric oxide). B is a sympathetic effect (goosebumps). C is incorrect as PNS stimulates salivation. D is a sympathetic effect. [Level: Knowledge]