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Question 1 of 5

A patient diagnosed with a pulmonary embolism is receiving a continuous Heparin infusion. Which findings should prompt the nurse to notify the healthcare provider?

Correct Answer: A,C,D

Rationale:
Choice A: Elevated PTT indicates excessive anticoagulation.
Choice C: Hematuria suggests bleeding.
Choice D: Dual anticoagulants increase bleeding risk.
Choice B is less urgent.

Question 2 of 5

Several staff nurses express concern over their confidence levels and performance to the nurse in charge of performance improvement after responding to a 'code.' The best way for the nurse in charge to evaluate and improve performance is to implement which of the following?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Simulation-based mock codes provide realistic practice, improving confidence and performance in code situations.

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is caring for a client who has a living will which states Do Not Resuscitate (DNR), but whose children have decided that their parent should be a full code. The client has coded twice. The other nurses do not seem to have any issues with the situation, but the nurse feels distressed. What best describes this source of conflict?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The conflict arises from differing ethical views on respecting the client's DNR versus the family's wishes, creating an ethical dilemma.

Question 4 of 5

A nurse is working with a colleague who frequently interrupts and dominates during patient care discussions. The nurse wants to address this behavior assertively to ensure effective teamwork. Which response by the nurse demonstrates assertive behavior?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: This response is assertive, clearly expressing feelings and needs without blame, promoting constructive dialogue.

Question 5 of 5

A patient diagnosed with a pulmonary embolism is receiving a continuous Heparin infusion. Which findings should prompt the nurse to notify the healthcare provider?

Correct Answer: A,C,D

Rationale:
Choice A: Elevated PTT indicates excessive anticoagulation.
Choice C: Hematuria suggests bleeding.
Choice D: Dual anticoagulants increase bleeding risk.
Choice B is less urgent.

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