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concept of nursing 1
Hemodynamic Monitoring for the Critically Ill Patient
Question | Answer |
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Which components are part of an invasive hemodynamic monitoring system? | -Arterial catheter -Transducer -Pressure infusion system -Monitor |
Which nursing student statement regarding hemodynamic monitoring requires further education? | “Pulmonary artery catheters are the least invasive hemodynamic monitoring approach.” |
Which nursing statement is an accurate explanation of preload? | “Preload is the amount that the heart stretches.” |
When assisting a provider in the placement of a central venous catheter, into what position will the nurse place the patient? | Trendelenburg |
Which patient assessment data require immediate nursing intervention? | A continuous wedge pressure waveform |
What is the most likely cause of a low-pressure alarm within an arterial hemodynamic monitoring system? | Disconnection |