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overview of critical care nursing
  • jade jabon

  • 問題数 91 • 10/3/2023

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  • 1

    Which term best describes a specialized facility designed specifically for patients who are extremely ill and unstable?

    Intensive Therapy

  • 2

    In which unit would you expect to find highly skilled personnel caring for patients with life-threatening problems?

    Intensive Care Unit

  • 3

    Which of the following statements accurately defines critical care nursing?

    It encompasses care for extremely ill and unstable patients.

  • 4

    What is a primary goal of the Intensive Care Unit (ICU)?

    To provide effective and safe care for dependent patients with life-threatening problems.

  • 5

    Which term is NOT synonymous with critical care nursing based on the provided information?

    General Ward

  • 6

    A preterm infant with respiratory distress is admitted. Which unit is most appropriate for this infant?

    NICU

  • 7

    A 7-year-old child with meningitis requires intensive monitoring. The child should be primarily admitted to:

    PICU

  • 8

    Which unit is most appropriate for a patient demonstrating self-harm and violent behaviors?

    Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit

  • 9

    A patient diagnosed with acute myocardial infarction would best be treated in which of the following units?

    CCU

  • 10

    Following a coronary bypass surgery, a patient will be transferred to:

    CSICU

  • 11

    An individual involved in a major vehicular accident would be admitted to:

    TICU

  • 12

    A patient with a severe systemic infection and multi-organ dysfunction should be treated in:

    MICU

  • 13

    A patient with a traumatic brain injury will receive specialized care in:

    Neuro Intensive Care Unit

  • 14

    A patient with third-degree burns covering 50% of their body is best cared for in:

    BICU

  • 15

    The unit that merges both medical and surgical intensive care is:

    MSICU

  • 16

    A patient who needs specialized monitoring following a stroke would be placed in:

    Neuro Intensive Care Unit

  • 17

    The unit dedicated to severe cardiovascular conditions, not limited to post-operative care, is:

    CICU

  • 18

    Which unit provides care for patients who've undergone surgeries beyond just cardiac ones?

    MSICU

  • 19

    A teenager with a severe asthma attack would most likely be admitted to:

    PICU

  • 20

    A patient who has been diagnosed with arrhythmia and needs continuous cardiac monitoring should be admitted to:

    CCU

  • 21

    Which statement best defines critical care nursing?

    The specialty within nursing that handles responses to life-threatening problems.

  • 22

    Who is responsible for ensuring that critically ill patients and their families receive optimal care?

    Critical Care Nurse

  • 23

    What is the primary aim of the Orientation Program/Preceptorship and Mentoring Program in the Philippines?

    To train nurses for critical care services.

  • 24

    Which of the following is NOT part of the process to become an ICU nurse in the Philippines as described?

    Taking the NCLEX-RN exam

  • 25

    In other countries, what additional certification might an ICU nurse pursue after gaining experience?

    CCRN

  • 26

    For a nurse looking to specialize in critical care in other countries, how many years of experience in a critical care setting is typically required before taking the CCRN exam?

    2 years

  • 27

    Which program in the Philippines focuses on training nurses beyond the basic critical care skills?

    Critical Care Nursing Program

  • 28

    ACLS training is most closely associated with which area of nursing?

    Critical care nursing

  • 29

    Which statement is true regarding critical care nursing as defined by CCNAPI?

    It addresses both actual and potential life-threatening illnesses.

  • 30

    Which of the following is NOT a typical prerequisite for becoming an ICU nurse in other countries?

    Completing a preceptorship in outpatient care

  • 31

    Critical care nursing primarily deals with:

    Human responses to life-threatening problems.

  • 32

    A nurse in the Philippines looking for advanced specialization after initial orientation in critical care should consider:

    Critical Care Nursing Program

  • 33

    If a nurse aspires to handle the most severe and critical medical cases, they should aim to become a:

    Critical Care Nurse

  • 34

    Which organization was specifically mentioned in relation to critical care nursing in the Philippines?

    CCNAPI

  • 35

    In terms of training, what is a common step for ICU nurses both in the Philippines and other countries?

    Pursuing certifications like ACLS

  • 36

    A patient recently underwent an organ transplant. Which unit is most appropriate for post-operative monitoring and care?

    Intensive Care Unit

  • 37

    Which of the following is NOT a common condition treated by ICU nurses?

    Pregnancy complications

  • 38

    In the event of a patient going into cardiac arrest, which of the following skills should an ICU nurse be proficient in to provide immediate care?

    ACLS

  • 39

    A patient with a gunshot wound requires immediate critical care. Which ICU nurse skill is most pertinent in this situation?

    Trauma

  • 40

    An ICU nurse is explaining the next steps and potential outcomes to the family of a patient who has had a stroke. Which ICU nurse skill is being utilized?

    Patient/family education

  • 41

    After a patient has stabilized from a severe infection, the ICU nurse starts preparing for the patient's transition to a regular ward. This is an example of:

    Discharge planning

  • 42

    Which of the following ICU equipment is primarily used to support or replace a patient's spontaneous breathing?

    Mechanical Ventilator

  • 43

    A patient in cardiac arrest requires immediate intervention. Which device delivers an electric shock to restore a normal heartbeat?

    Defibrillator

  • 44

    The nurse needs to administer a precise amount of medication over an extended period. Which device should she use?

    Syringe pump

  • 45

    A patient with deep vein thrombosis (DVT) prevention would most likely benefit from:

    Sequential Compression Devices

  • 46

    Which equipment is crucial in monitoring the oxygen saturation level in the blood noninvasively?

    Saturation Monitor

  • 47

    To provide nutrients directly to a patient's stomach, which equipment would be used?

    Nasogastric Tubes

  • 48

    A patient presents with an overdose of a certain drug. Which device removes toxins from the blood by passing it over an external adsorbent material?

    Hemoperfusion Machine

  • 49

    For a patient with severe cardiac and respiratory failure, which machine offers heart and lung support by oxygenating the blood outside the body?

    ECMO Machine

  • 50

    Which ICU equipment provides a graphic representation of the heart's electrical activity?

    ECG Machine

  • 51

    A nurse needs to continuously monitor a patient's arterial oxygen, carbon dioxide levels, and pH balance. Which machine should be used?

    ABG machine

  • 52

    In a situation where a patient's airway needs to be secured to maintain breathing or deliver oxygen, the procedure employed is:

    Intubation

  • 53

    A device that aids the heart by inflating and deflating a balloon in the aorta to boost blood flow and lessen the heart's workload is called:

    IABP

  • 54

    Which equipment is specifically designed to clear obstructions from airways or surgical areas by extracting mucus, fluids, or other foreign substances?

    Suction Machine

  • 55

    The specialized beds in ICU designed for patients who require continuous monitoring and intensive care are termed:

    ICU Beds

  • 56

    Which equipment assists in the precise delivery of fluids, such as medications or nutrients, into a patient's body at controlled rates?

    Infusion Pumps

  • 57

    The device used to measure the pressure inside the skull and around the brain is called:

    ICP Monitoring Device

  • 58

    Which of the following is used when a patient is not breathing or not breathing adequately to provide positive pressure ventilation?

    Resuscitator Bag

  • 59

    For a patient who requires central access for medication delivery or blood draws, which device would be inserted typically in the neck, chest, or groin?

    Central Venous Catheter

  • 60

    In ICU, which device specifically tracks the heart's electrical activity and rhythm, displaying it as a waveform on a screen?

    Cardiac Monitor

  • 61

    To prevent blood clots in bedridden patients, which machine inflates and deflates cuffs around the legs?

    Sequential Compression Devices

  • 62

    A patient presents with supraventricular tachycardia (SVT). Which medication is commonly administered to temporarily reset heart rhythm?

    Adenosine

  • 63

    For a patient experiencing a severe asthma exacerbation in the ICU, which medication might be administered?

    Magnesium Sulfate

  • 64

    In case of a suspected opioid overdose, which drug would you administer to reverse the effects?

    Naloxone (Narcan)

  • 65

    A patient in the ICU has a sudden drop in blood pressure. Which vasopressor might be administered to treat hypotension?

    Norepinephrine (Levophed)

  • 66

    A patient presents with torsades de pointes. Which medication would be the initial drug of choice for treatment?

    Magnesium Sulfate

  • 67

    If a patient's heart rate drops significantly and becomes too slow (bradycardia), which medication might be administered to increase the heart rate?

    Atropine

  • 68

    Which piece of equipment on a crash cart helps visualize the vocal cords during intubation?

    Laryngoscope

  • 69

    During a life-threatening allergic reaction (anaphylaxis), which drug is often given to improve heart function and open up the airways?

    Epinephrine

  • 70

    A patient is brought into the ICU following a suspected calcium channel blocker overdose. Which of the following would be administered as part of the treatment?

    Calcium Chloride

  • 71

    In case of ventricular tachycardia, which antiarrhythmic drug might be used for treatment?

    Lidocaine 2%

  • 72

    A crash cart in the ICU would most likely contain which of the following for ventilation support during respiratory or cardiac arrest?

    Bag valve mask

  • 73

    To quickly raise blood sugar levels in hypoglycemic emergencies, which substance would be administered?

    Dextrose 50%

  • 74

    When there's an obstruction in the oral airway during intubation, which instrument is used to grasp and remove foreign bodies?

    McGill forceps

  • 75

    For the administration of naloxone (Narcan) via the nasal route, which adapter is attached to a syringe?

    Nasal narcan atomizer

  • 76

    Which device is essential for initiating an intravenous line for fluid or drug administration found on a crash cart?

    IV start packs

  • 77

    A patient in the ICU has metabolic acidosis. Which substance might be administered to correct this condition?

    Sodium Bicarbonate

  • 78

    In case of a severe allergic reaction in the ICU, which corticosteroid might be administered to reduce inflammation?

    Methylprednisolone (Solu-Medrol)

  • 79

    To establish an airway during intubation, which tube is inserted into the trachea?

    Endotracheal tubes

  • 80

    19. On a crash cart, which item ensures that every essential component is present and in working condition?

    Checklist

  • 81

    In the ICU, a patient with irregular heartbeats like atrial fibrillation might be administered which antiarrhythmic medication?

    Amiodarone

  • 82

    Which device on a crash cart helps in manually ventilating a patient who is not breathing?

    Bag valve mask

  • 83

    For patients who require a small amount of oxygen support, which of the following would be most appropriate?

    Nasal cannula

  • 84

    If a patient in the ICU is suspected of having a calcium channel blocker overdose, which medication is essential for treatment?

    Calcium Chloride

  • 85

    In an ICU setting, to treat certain shock states and improve blood flow to vital organs, which medication is often administered?

    Dopamine HCL

  • 86

    A patient presents with a slow heart rate. Which of the following medications is administered to increase the heart rate?

    Atropine

  • 87

    During a life-threatening emergency in the ICU, which cart is swiftly provided to offer the necessary tools and medications?

    Crash cart

  • 88

    In the ICU, which medication might be administered to rapidly reverse the effects of an opioid overdose?

    Naloxone (Narcan)

  • 89

    To improve blood flow and prevent blood clots in bedridden patients, which machine inflates and deflates cuffs around the legs?

    Sequential Compression Devices

  • 90

    Which of the following devices on a crash cart helps visualize the vocal cords during intubation?

    Laryngoscope

  • 91

    If a patient in the ICU presents with torsades de pointes, which medication is the initial choice for treatment

    Magnesium Sulfate