The nurse is evaluating the condition of a client after pericardiocentesis performed to treat cardiac tamponade. Which observation would indicate that the procedure was effective?

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The nurse is evaluating the condition of a client after pericardiocentesis performed to treat cardiac tamponade. Which observation would indicate that the procedure was effective?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Relieving tamponade improves cardiac output, raising BP.

Question 2 of 5

A nurse arrives at an accident scene where the victim has just received an electrical burn. What is the nurse's primary concern?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Most electrical burns result in cardiac arrest, and the patient will require CPR or acute cardiac monitoring.

Question 3 of 5

What is the last intervention for a hospitalized severely burned victim during the emergent phase?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The priority of care should proceed from the establishment of an airway, initiation of fluid therapy, insertion of Foley and NG tube, administration of analgesics, and tetanus prophylaxis.

Question 4 of 5

In caring for a stage IV pressure ulcer, the nurse assesses creamy yellow drainage with a necrotic odor. Which type of bacteria most likely causes this exudate?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Creamy yellow drainage is usually caused by Staphylococcus infections. Proteus is associated with a beige discharge having a fishy odor. Brown discharge having a fecal odor is seen in Bacteroides. Pseudomonas-containing wounds produce a green-blue discharge with a fruity odor.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse describes several types of burn treatment. Which statement best describes the closed technique?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The closed technique involves covering the wound with ointment and gauze saturated with medication.

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