उत्तरों सहित मेड-सर्ज: हृदय-संवहनी और श्वसन वर्कशीट

What does "pleuritic" chest pain mean?

1. ASharp pain that worsens on breathing in or coughing
2. BDull pressure that spreads to the jaw on exertion
3. CBurning pain behind the breastbone after meals
4. DAching that is worse when the arm is moved

In which situation can a pulse oximeter show a falsely normal reading?

1. AA regular pulse of 80/min
2. BCarbon monoxide poisoning
3. CBreathing room air
4. DA warm hand at rest

वयस्कों में मानक नेज़ल कैन्युला से ऑक्सीजन का सामान्य प्रवाह सीमा क्या है?

1. A0.1–0.2 L/min
2. B1–6 L/min
3. C20–40 L/min
4. D10–15 L/min

A patient taking simvastatin drinks a large glass of grapefruit juice every morning. Why is this a concern?

1. AIt causes the cholesterol level to rise sharply
2. BIt raises statin levels and the risk of muscle damage
3. CIt turns the statin into a blood thinner
4. DIt stops the statin from being absorbed from the gut at all

A patient with diabetes is starting a beta-blocker. What should the nurse teach about hypoglycaemia?

1. AHypoglycaemia will always cause a very slow and weak pulse
2. BInsulin should be stopped while taking a beta-blocker
3. CSome warning signs, such as a fast heartbeat, may be masked
4. DThe beta-blocker will prevent all episodes of hypoglycaemia

Septic shock belongs to which category of shock?

1. ADistributive shock
2. BCardiogenic shock
3. CHypovolaemic shock
4. DObstructive shock

A patient being treated for infective endocarditis of the mitral valve suddenly develops slurred speech and weakness of the right arm. What is the most likely cause?

1. ALow blood glucose from a reduced appetite
2. BA migraine aura triggered by the fever
3. CAn embolus from a valve vegetation causing a stroke
4. DA side effect of the IV antibiotic on the nerves

A patient with a valid, documented do-not-attempt-CPR decision (DNACPR in the UK, DNR or DNAR in the US) is found in cardiac arrest. What should the nurse do?

1. ANot start CPR, call for support, and provide dignity and comfort
2. BCall the arrest team and let them decide whether to resuscitate
3. CStart full CPR because the patient's family is not present
4. DStart CPR but use only chest compressions