The Nurse Is Caring for a 100-Kg Patient Being Monitored

question 23

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a 100-kg patient being monitored with a pulmonary artery catheter.The nurse assesses a blood pressure of 90/60 mm Hg,heart rate 110 beats/min,respirations 36/min,oxygen saturation of 89% on 3 L of oxygen via nasal cannula.Bilateral crackles are audible upon auscultation.Which hemodynamic value requires immediate action by the nurse?

• A) Cardiac index (CI) of 1.2 L/min/m³
• B) Cardiac output (CO) of 4 L/min
• C) Pulmonary vascular resistance (PVR) of 80 dynes/sec/cm^-5
• D) Systemic vascular resistance (SVR) of 1800 dynes/sec/cm^-5

Recognize the range and impact of suicidal behaviors among adolescents.

Identify factors that can contribute to the likelihood of adolescent delinquency.

Understand the impact of genetic and environmental factors on adolescent mental health.

Comprehend the challenges related to self-esteem and identity during adolescence.

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