When Preparing to Admit a Patient Who Has Been Treated

question 9

Multiple Choice

When preparing to admit a patient who has been treated for status epilepticus in the emergency department, which equipment should the nurse have available in the room (select all that apply) ?

• A) Siderail pads
• B) Tongue blade
• C) Oxygen mask
• D) Suction tubing
• E) Nasogastric tube

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Definitions:

Atrial Diastole

The period during the cardiac cycle when the atria of the heart are relaxed and filling with blood.

Ventricular Diastole

The phase of the cardiac cycle when the heart's ventricles relax and fill with blood.

Cardiovascular Assessment

A comprehensive evaluation of the heart and blood vessels' function and health.

Cardiac Auscultation

The process of listening to the sounds of the heart using a stethoscope as part of a medical examination.