The transducers below are imaging a vessel at different angles.  The arrow indicates the direction of blood flow.  Which transducer will detect the largest Doppler frequency shift? Physics flow direction.png

During a sonographic examination of a large vessel, a 450 beam to vessel angle would be called:

A 56-year-old patient presents to the ED with substernal chest pain. The following orders are placed. Which order is the priority for the nurse to complete?   

A nurse is assessing a patient suspected of experiencing anaphylactic shock. Which of the following symptoms is the most concerning and requires immediate intervention?

A nurse is assessing a patient at risk for pressure ulcers. Which finding is most consistent with a Stage 1 pressure ulcer? 

The nurse is teaching the patient about open-heart surgery. Which of the following items is NOT part of the teaching plan?

A nurse is providing care for a patient with hyperthyroidism and exophthalmos. Which intervention is most appropriate to promote comfort for this patient? 

A patient is hospitalized with a possible diagnosis of Cushing’s syndrome. Which laboratory result would the nurse anticipate if the diagnosis is confirmed? 

A nurse is assessing a patient with suspected Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). Which clinical finding is most indicative of ARDS? 

A client converts from normal sinus rhythm at 80 bpm to atrial fibrillation with a ventricular response at 144 bpm. Blood pressure is 162/74 mm Hg. Respiratory rate is 20 breaths per minute with normal chest expansion and clear lungs bilaterally. IV heparin and Diltiazem (Cardizem) are administered. The nurse caring for the client understands that the main goals of treatment include all of the following except: