Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 65%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
Medical HistoryDay 1:
Patient came from ER complaining of chest pain. CPR initiated in ER and return to ROSC after 3 minutes. Intubated in ER (ACVC FIO2 100% Mode; RR13; PEEP 3: Tidal Volume 300ml and transferred to ICU for further care.
Nurses' Notes
Day 1:
S/p intubation, patient was given rocuronium, fentanyl and versed per radiology. Patient currently sedated. Lung crackles and bronchi. Heart regular and moderate. Pulses +1 on all extremities with +2 pitting edema. Hypoactive bowel sounds.
Diagnostic Results
Day 1:
Chest x-ray shows bilateral basilar infiltration
CBC
WBC 7.8
HGB13
K+3.9
Creatinine 2.0
BUN 60
GFR 38
BNP 1800
Troponin 1.7
ABG (Before intubation): pH7.2 CO2 76 HCO3 18
Vital Signs
Day 1
IN ER before cardiac arrest: Temperature 37.6┬░ C (99.7┬░ F)
Blood pressure 174/86 mm Hg
Heart rate 98/min
Respiratory rate 27/min
Pulse oximetry 93% on room air
After Intubation:
Temp 100.0F
Blood Pressure 87/40
HR 125/min. Sinus Tachycardia
RR: 13
Pulse Ox 100%
For each potential nursing action, click to specify if the action is essential, nonessential, or contraindicated for the client.
Correct answer
A,B,C,D,F
Rationale
Furosemide, epinephrine, dopamine, urinary catheter, and NS bolus are essential for managing pulmonary edema, hypotension, and monitoring fluid balance. Nitroglycerin is nonessential unless indicated for ongoing angina.