The nurse is aware prompt treatment for a pericardial effusion is necessary to prevent which life-threatening condition?
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- Category: Physiological Adaptation
- Difficulty: 5
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- Question Type: Multiple Choice - Select One
- Difficulty: 5
The patient presents to the emergency department complaining of severe headache and muscle and joint pain that started two days ago. Vital signs are significant for a heart rate of 112 bpm and temperature of 103°F. Upon assessment, the nurse notes a maculopapular rash on the patient’s wrists. Which question is most helpful in determining the cause of this patient’s symptoms?
- Question Type: Multiple Choice - Select One
- Difficulty: 8
The patient presents to the emergency department with atrioventricular nodal reentry tachycardia (AVNRT). The provider instructs the nurse to stimulate the patient’s diving reflex. Which action by the nurse is appropriate?
- Question Type: Multiple Choice - Select One
- Difficulty: 6
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