Question: Which condition manifests as delirium in patients on mechanical ventilation in the intensive care unit (ICU)?

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Question: A patient has developed a pulmonary embolism. The nurse anticipates orders for which lab values before beginning heparin therapy for this condition?

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Question: A patient is receiving heparin sodium therapy for a pulmonary embolism. Which antidote does the nurse confirm is available on the unit?

Answer: Protamine sulfate

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Protamine sulfate is the antidote for heparin. Vitamin K is the antidote for warfarin. Antihemophilic factor and aminocaproic acid are both antidotes for fibrinolytic therapy that attempts to break up established clots.

Question: The nurse is caring for a patient who has anxiety resulting from a pulmonary embolism. When might the nurse expect the health care provider to prescribe a sedative to the patient?

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Question: Which drug increases cardiac output by improving myocardial contractility?

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Question: What are the signs and symptoms of pulmonary embolism (PE)? Select all that apply.

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Question: The nurse is extubating a patient who has been receiving mechanical ventilation for several days. Which action is correct immediately after removal of the endotracheal (ET) tube?

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Question: Which term is used to refer to the damage to the alveoli by an inflammatory response?

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Question: Which type of ventilator is suitable for patients who have severe lung disease?

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Question: A patient has deep vein thrombosis. The nurse is teaching the patient’s caregiver about measures for preventing pulmonary embolism. Which statements made by the caregiver indicate effective learning? Select all that apply.

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