While Caring for a Patient with a Pulmonary Arterial Catheter

question 23

Multiple Choice

While caring for a patient with a pulmonary arterial catheter, the nurse notes that the number of centimeters of exposed catheter has decreased. What nursing action is indicated?

• A) Report this finding immediately; the patient may need another chest X-ray to check for placement.
• B) Flush the ports.
• C) Obtain a pulmonary artery occlusion pressure.
• D) Zero balance the system.

Understand how sample size and distribution shape impact the appropriateness of statistical methods.

Understand the importance and application of regression analysis in predicting outcomes based on independent variables.

Identify and interpret significant variables in a regression model.

Comprehend the concept of interaction terms in regression analysis and their significance.

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