A Patient Was Admitted into the Critical Care Unit 3

question 16

Multiple Choice

A patient was admitted into the critical care unit 3 days ago.She has just been weaned from mechanical ventilation.She suddenly becomes confused, seeing nonexistent animals in her room and pulling at her gown.The drug of choice for treating this patient is

• A) diazepam.
• B) haloperidol.
• C) lorazepam.
• D) propofol.

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Definitions:

Hemoglobin Level

A measurement of the concentration of hemoglobin in the blood, which is crucial for carrying oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body.

Intensive Care Unit

A specialized hospital department that provides intensive treatment medicine for patients who are in critical condition.

Rectal

Pertaining to the rectum, the final section of the large intestine, involved in the storage and expulsion of feces.

Pulmonary Artery

The artery carrying deoxygenated blood from the right ventricle of the heart to the lungs for oxygenation.