ATI Pediatric Primary Health Care II (A Grade), Latest Questions and Answers with Explanations, All Correct Study Guide, Download to Score A

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The ED nurse is caring for client diagnosed with a cerebral aneurysm, the healthcare provider orders Osmitrol IV 1.5 g/kg to be infused over 60 minutes. The client weighs 175 lbs, how many grams of mannitol should be administered? (Round to the nearest tenth)
Correct Answer: 119.3 g
2. Which client who has just arrived in the emergency department does the nurse classify as emergent and needing immediate medical evaluation?
A. A 60-year-old with venous insufficiency who has new-onset right calf pain and tenderness
B. A 64-year-old with chronic venous ulcers who has a temperature of 38.1 celcius. C. A 69-year-old with a 40-pack-year cigarette history who is reporting foot numbness. D. A 70-year-old with a history of diabetes who has tearing back pain and is diaphoretic.
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D. The client who just arrived in the ED and needs immediate medical evaluation of the 70-year-old with a history of diabetes who has â€œtearingâ€ back pain and is diaphoretic. This clientâ€™s history and clinical manifestations suggest possible aortic dissection. The nurse will immediately assess the clientâ€™s blood pressure and plan for IV antihypertensive therapy, rapid diagnostic testing, and possible transfer to surgery