Which Assessment Findings Would Increase the Nurse's Suspicion That a Patient

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which assessment findings would increase the nurse's suspicion that a patient may have pericarditis?. Select all that apply.

• A) Pericardial friction rub
• B) Abdominal discomfort and nausea
• C) Chest pain
• D) Bradycardia
• E) Distended neck veins

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Definitions:

Type II Pneumocytes

Specialized cells lining the alveoli of the lungs that secrete pulmonary surfactant to decrease the surface tension at the air/liquid interface, aiding in respiratory mechanics.

Cuboidal Epithelial Cells

Cube-shaped cells found lining various ducts and glands, playing a role in secretion and absorption.

Boyle's Law

A gas law stating that the pressure of a given mass of an ideal gas is inversely proportional to its volume at a constant temperature.

Henry's Law

A gas law that states the amount of dissolved gas in a liquid is proportional to its partial pressure above the liquid, provided the temperature is constant.