問題一覧
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Which term best describes a specialized facility designed specifically for patients who are extremely ill and unstable?
Intensive Therapy
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In which unit would you expect to find highly skilled personnel caring for patients with life-threatening problems?
Intensive Care Unit
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Which of the following statements accurately defines critical care nursing?
It encompasses care for extremely ill and unstable patients.
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What is a primary goal of the Intensive Care Unit (ICU)?
To provide effective and safe care for dependent patients with life-threatening problems.
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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
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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
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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
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A patient with a traumatic brain injury will receive specialized care in:
Neuro Intensive Care Unit
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A patient with third-degree burns covering 50% of their body is best cared for in:
BICU
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The unit that merges both medical and surgical intensive care is:
MSICU
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A patient who needs specialized monitoring following a stroke would be placed in:
Neuro Intensive Care Unit
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The unit dedicated to severe cardiovascular conditions, not limited to post-operative care, is:
CICU
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Which unit provides care for patients who've undergone surgeries beyond just cardiac ones?
MSICU
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A teenager with a severe asthma attack would most likely be admitted to:
PICU
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A patient who has been diagnosed with arrhythmia and needs continuous cardiac monitoring should be admitted to:
CCU
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Which statement best defines critical care nursing?
The specialty within nursing that handles responses to life-threatening problems.
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Who is responsible for ensuring that critically ill patients and their families receive optimal care?
Critical Care Nurse
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What is the primary aim of the Orientation Program/Preceptorship and Mentoring Program in the Philippines?
To train nurses for critical care services.
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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
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In other countries, what additional certification might an ICU nurse pursue after gaining experience?
CCRN
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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
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Which program in the Philippines focuses on training nurses beyond the basic critical care skills?
Critical Care Nursing Program
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ACLS training is most closely associated with which area of nursing?
Critical care nursing
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Which statement is true regarding critical care nursing as defined by CCNAPI?
It addresses both actual and potential life-threatening illnesses.
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Which of the following is NOT a typical prerequisite for becoming an ICU nurse in other countries?
Completing a preceptorship in outpatient care
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Critical care nursing primarily deals with:
Human responses to life-threatening problems.
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A nurse in the Philippines looking for advanced specialization after initial orientation in critical care should consider:
Critical Care Nursing Program
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If a nurse aspires to handle the most severe and critical medical cases, they should aim to become a:
Critical Care Nurse
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Which organization was specifically mentioned in relation to critical care nursing in the Philippines?
CCNAPI
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In terms of training, what is a common step for ICU nurses both in the Philippines and other countries?
Pursuing certifications like ACLS
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A patient recently underwent an organ transplant. Which unit is most appropriate for post-operative monitoring and care?
Intensive Care Unit
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Which of the following is NOT a common condition treated by ICU nurses?
Pregnancy complications
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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
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A patient with a gunshot wound requires immediate critical care. Which ICU nurse skill is most pertinent in this situation?
Trauma
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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
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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
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Which of the following ICU equipment is primarily used to support or replace a patient's spontaneous breathing?
Mechanical Ventilator
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A patient in cardiac arrest requires immediate intervention. Which device delivers an electric shock to restore a normal heartbeat?
Defibrillator
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Which ICU equipment provides a graphic representation of the heart's electrical activity?
ECG Machine
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A nurse needs to continuously monitor a patient's arterial oxygen, carbon dioxide levels, and pH balance. Which machine should be used?
ABG machine
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In a situation where a patient's airway needs to be secured to maintain breathing or deliver oxygen, the procedure employed is:
Intubation
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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
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Which equipment is specifically designed to clear obstructions from airways or surgical areas by extracting mucus, fluids, or other foreign substances?
Suction Machine
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The specialized beds in ICU designed for patients who require continuous monitoring and intensive care are termed:
ICU Beds
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Which equipment assists in the precise delivery of fluids, such as medications or nutrients, into a patient's body at controlled rates?
Infusion Pumps
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The device used to measure the pressure inside the skull and around the brain is called:
ICP Monitoring Device
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Which of the following is used when a patient is not breathing or not breathing adequately to provide positive pressure ventilation?
Resuscitator Bag
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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
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In ICU, which device specifically tracks the heart's electrical activity and rhythm, displaying it as a waveform on a screen?
Cardiac Monitor
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To prevent blood clots in bedridden patients, which machine inflates and deflates cuffs around the legs?
Sequential Compression Devices
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A patient presents with supraventricular tachycardia (SVT). Which medication is commonly administered to temporarily reset heart rhythm?
Adenosine
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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)
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A patient in the ICU has a sudden drop in blood pressure. Which vasopressor might be administered to treat hypotension?
Norepinephrine (Levophed)
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A patient presents with torsades de pointes. Which medication would be the initial drug of choice for treatment?
Magnesium Sulfate
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If a patient's heart rate drops significantly and becomes too slow (bradycardia), which medication might be administered to increase the heart rate?
Atropine
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Which piece of equipment on a crash cart helps visualize the vocal cords during intubation?
Laryngoscope
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During a life-threatening allergic reaction (anaphylaxis), which drug is often given to improve heart function and open up the airways?
Epinephrine
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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
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In case of ventricular tachycardia, which antiarrhythmic drug might be used for treatment?
Lidocaine 2%
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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
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To quickly raise blood sugar levels in hypoglycemic emergencies, which substance would be administered?
Dextrose 50%
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When there's an obstruction in the oral airway during intubation, which instrument is used to grasp and remove foreign bodies?
McGill forceps
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For the administration of naloxone (Narcan) via the nasal route, which adapter is attached to a syringe?
Nasal narcan atomizer
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Which device is essential for initiating an intravenous line for fluid or drug administration found on a crash cart?
IV start packs
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A patient in the ICU has metabolic acidosis. Which substance might be administered to correct this condition?
Sodium Bicarbonate
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In case of a severe allergic reaction in the ICU, which corticosteroid might be administered to reduce inflammation?
Methylprednisolone (Solu-Medrol)
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To establish an airway during intubation, which tube is inserted into the trachea?
Endotracheal tubes
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19. On a crash cart, which item ensures that every essential component is present and in working condition?
Checklist
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In the ICU, a patient with irregular heartbeats like atrial fibrillation might be administered which antiarrhythmic medication?
Amiodarone
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Which device on a crash cart helps in manually ventilating a patient who is not breathing?
Bag valve mask
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For patients who require a small amount of oxygen support, which of the following would be most appropriate?
Nasal cannula
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If a patient in the ICU is suspected of having a calcium channel blocker overdose, which medication is essential for treatment?
Calcium Chloride
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In an ICU setting, to treat certain shock states and improve blood flow to vital organs, which medication is often administered?
Dopamine HCL
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A patient presents with a slow heart rate. Which of the following medications is administered to increase the heart rate?
Atropine
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During a life-threatening emergency in the ICU, which cart is swiftly provided to offer the necessary tools and medications?
Crash cart
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In the ICU, which medication might be administered to rapidly reverse the effects of an opioid overdose?
Naloxone (Narcan)
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To improve blood flow and prevent blood clots in bedridden patients, which machine inflates and deflates cuffs around the legs?
Sequential Compression Devices
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Which of the following devices on a crash cart helps visualize the vocal cords during intubation?
Laryngoscope
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If a patient in the ICU presents with torsades de pointes, which medication is the initial choice for treatment
Magnesium Sulfate