According to Standard Definitions, Which Patient Would the Nurse Describe

question 30

Multiple Choice

According to standard definitions, which patient would the nurse describe as being in septic shock?

• A) A patient with community-acquired pneumonia who has developed respiratory failure
• B) A patient who has burns over 40% of the body and is febrile
• C) A patient with an infection whose blood pressure is 84/52 after 4 liters of saline were administered intravenously
• D) A patient with a WBC count of 22,000 and fever

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Definitions:

Adjusted

Modified or changed in order to correct or improve the financials, often used in the context of financial statements to present a particular item in a way that reflects its true economic impact.

Financial Statements

Formal records that outline the financial activities and position of a business, individual, or other entity.

Accounts

Records that summarize transactions related to a specific asset, liability, equity, revenue, or expense.

Prepayment

The payment of a bill, debt, or obligation before its due date, often securing a discount or avoiding penalties.