Nursing

What could M.P. be doing that is causing her nocturia? Case Study Progress During today’s visit, M.P.’s vital signs are as follows: BP: 162/102; P: 78; R: 16; T: 98.2°F (36.8 ° C). Her most recent basic metabolic panel (BMP) and fasting lipids are within normal limits. Her height is 5 ft, 4 in (163 […]

What will determine whether the oral dose will be adequate for discharge to be considered? 14. M.G. is ready for discharge. According to the mnemonic MAWDS, what key management concepts should be taught to prevent relapse and another admission? 15. After the teaching session, the nurse asks M.G. to “teach back” one important concept of

What is the mechanism of action of digoxin? What is the mechanism of action of digoxin? a. Causes systemic vasodilation b. Increases cardiac contractility and cardiac output c. Blocks sympathetic nervous system stimulation to the heart d. Promotes the excretion of sodium and water in the renal tubules 11. Which findings from M.G.’s assessment would

What is the reason for ordering the beta blocker carvedilol? What is the reason for ordering the beta blocker carvedilol? a. Increase urine output b. Cause peripheral vasodilation c. Increase the contractility of the heart d. Reduce cardiac stimulation from catecholamines 9. You assess M.G. for conditions that may be a contraindication to carvedilol. Which

What is the rationale for changing the route of the furosemide (Lasix)? 6. You give furosemide (Lasix) 80 mg IVP. Identify at least 4 parameters you would use to monitor the effectiveness of this medication. 7. What lab tests should be ordered for M.G. related to the order for furosemide (Lasix)? Select all that apply.

Which of these medications may have contributed to M.G.s HF? Explain. 4. How do angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, such as enalapril (Vasotec), work to reduce HF? Select all that apply. a. Cause systemic vasodilation b. Increase cardiac contractility c. Reduce preload and afterload d. Prevent the conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II e. Block

What is EF, and what does the decreased number indicate? Perfusion Case Study 1 Name_________________________________ Class/Group ______________________________ Date ___________ Scenario M.G., a “frequent flier,” is admitted to the emergency department (ED) with a diagnosis of heart failure (HF). She was discharged from the hospital 10 days ago and comes in today stating, “I just had

Formulate and select relevant and/or potential decisions: Try to think of as many possibilities as you can. Formulate and select relevant and/or potential decisions: Try to think of as many possibilities as you can. Consider the pros and cons of the consequences of making each decision. What is the best answer/solution? What could go wrong?

Recognize stated and unstated assumptions; that is, what do you think is or is not true? Recognize stated and unstated assumptions; that is, what do you think is or is not true? Sometimes answers or solutions seem obvious; just because something seems obvious does not mean it is correct. You may need to consider several

how and where can you get the additional information? Select the information or data necessary to solve the problem or answer the question: First you have to ask whether all the necessary information is there. If not, how and where can you get the additional information? What other resources are available? This is one of