Relaxation, distraction, guided imagery, and music therapy are all examples of
a. physical techniques for pain management.
b. cognitive-behavioral techniques for pain management.
c. PCA management of pain.
d. equianalgesic management of pain.
Question 2An assessment finding of pulsus alternans may indicate evidence of
a. left-sided heart failure.
b. jugular venous distention.
c. pulmonary embolism.
d. myocardial ischemia.
Question 3The use of PCA infusion pumps allows the patient to
a. act preemptively by administering a bolus of medication when pain begins.
b. choose between the use of opioids or NSAID medication to control pain.
c. decrease the risk of respiratory depression.
d. control pain medication in 2-hour increments.
Question 4A patient was admitted to the critical care unit after having a CVA and MI
The patient has poor activity tolerance, falls in and out of consciousness, and has poor verbal skills. The patient has been resuscitated four times in the past 6 hours. The patient does not have advance directives. Family members are at the bedside. Who should the physician approach to discuss decisions of care and possible DNR status?
a. The patient
b. The family
c. The hospital legal system
d. The hospital ethics committee
Question 5Which of the following drugs is used for sedation in patients experiencing withdrawal syndrome?
a. Dexmedetomidine
b. Hydromorphone
c. Diazepam
d. Clonidine
Question 6When checking the patient's back, the nurse pushes her thumb into the patient's sacrum. An indentation remains. The nurse charts that the patient has
a. sacral compromise.
b. delayed skin turgor.
c. pitting edema.
d. dehydration.
Question 7Which of the following nutritional interventions is a priority for the patient with renal disease who is receiving dialysis?
a. Increase fluids to replace losses.
b. Encourage potassium-rich foods to replace losses.
c. Ensure an adequate amount of protein to prevent catabolism.
d. Limit all nutrients to account for altered renal excretion.
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