ATI Capstone Medical Surgical Assessment 1 Quizlet

What is the priority nursing intervention for a patient admitted with possible acute coronary syndrome?

A. Administer sublingual nitroglycerin B. Obtain cardiac enzymes C. Get IV access D. Auscultate heart sounds

What should a healthcare provider monitor for in a patient with HIV and a CD4 T-cell count below 180 cells/mm3?

A. Monitor for signs of infection B. Monitor for anemia C. Monitor for dehydration D. Monitor for bleeding

What precaution should be advised to a patient following a cataract surgery?

A. Wear dark glasses while outdoors B. Avoid NSAIDs C. Use warm compresses D. Apply cold packs

Which lab value is a priority for a patient with HIV?

A. CD4 T-cell count 180 cells/mm3 B. Albumin levels below 3.5 g/dL C. Potassium levels below 3.5 mEq/L D. White blood cell count below 5000/mm3

What intervention is required when continuous bubbling is seen in the chest tube water seal chamber?

A. Tighten the connections of the chest tube system B. Clamp the chest tube C. Replace the chest tube D. Continue monitoring the chest tube

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