Question 1

Which platelet count permits the performance of resistive exercises?

Accepted Answer

A)   20,000/mm3
B)   40,000/mm3
C)   60,000/mm3
D)   80,000/mm3 D

Question 2

What photoelectrical device measures the oxygen saturation of blood?

Accepted Answer

A)   Endotracheal tube
B)   Arterial monitoring line
C)   Swan-Ganz catheter
D)   Oximeter D

Question 3

Which treatment is used for patients who experience ESRD?

Accepted Answer

A)   Traction
B)   Dialysis
C)   External fixation
D)   Internal fixation B

Question 4

What information can be found using an ICP?

Accepted Answer

A)   Intravenous pressure
B)   Intrathoracic pressure
C)   Intracranial pressure
D)   Intermittent capsule pressure

Question 5

Which bed oscillates in a cradle-like motion to reduce the amount of prolonged pressure on the patient's skin?

Accepted Answer

A)   Air-fluidized support bed
B)   Low air loss therapy bed
C)   Post-trauma mobility bed
D)   Standard adjustable bed

Question 6

Which mode of oxygen delivery is most frequently used for patients who require longer periods of low to moderate concentrations of oxygen?

Accepted Answer

A)   Nasal cannula
B)   Oronasal mask
C)   Tent
D)   Tracheostomy catheter

Question 7

Which hospital unit is designated by the acronym SICU?

Accepted Answer

A)   Special intensive care unit
B)   Surgical intervention and cardiac unit
C)   Surgical intensive care unit
D)   Sensory integration care unit

Question 8

Which medication is an anticoagulant?

Accepted Answer

A)   Heparin
B)   Warfarin
C)   Aspirin
D)   All of the above

Question 9

Which hemoglobin (Hgb)level would be a contraindication for any treatment requiring physical activity?

Accepted Answer

A)   Greater than 16 g/dL
B)   Greater than 8 g/dL
C)   Less than 16 g/dL
D)   Less than 8 g/dL

Question 10

What is a normal blood glucose level?

Accepted Answer

A)   30 mg/dL
B)   90 mg/dL
C)   180 mg/dL
D)   540 mg/dL

Question 11

Which of the following is a graphical record of the heart's electrical action?

Accepted Answer

A)   EKG
B)   ETT
C)   INR
D)   MI

Question 12

What can be used to continuously measure blood pressure or obtain blood samples without the need for repeated needle punctures?

Accepted Answer

A)   A line
B)   B line
C)   C line
D)   D line

Question 13

How is a bed positioned for a patient in Fowler's position?

Accepted Answer

A)   The lower component is higher than the upper component.
B)   The upper and lower components are level, and also in line with the middle component.
C)   The upper and lower components are raised while the middle remains stationary.
D)   The upper and lower components are lowered while the middle remains stationary.

Question 14

What condition describes a significant decrease in an individual's red blood cell count?

Accepted Answer

A)   Polycythemia
B)   Anemia
C)   Hypoxemia
D)   Tachypnea

Question 15

What kind of breathing would benefit a person experiencing hyperventilation?

Accepted Answer

A)   Pursed-lip breathing
B)   Deep breathing
C)   Rapid, shallow breathing
D)   Breath holding

Question 16

What device measures pulmonary artery pressure (PAP)?

Accepted Answer

A)   Suprapubic catheter
B)   Swan-Ganz catheter
C)   Endotracheal tube
D)   Nasogastric tube

Question 17

What type of exercise is recommended if a patient's INR is between 4.0 and 5.0?

Accepted Answer

A)   Heavy resistive and aerobic exercise
B)   Only light exercise; resistive exercises should be avoided
C)   Low-intensity resistive exercises
D)   Only limited bed mobility; all other physical activity should be deferred

Question 18

What level of oxygen saturation in the blood should be maintained when a patient exercises?

Accepted Answer

A)   Minimum of 70 percent
B)   Minimum of 80 percent
C)   Minimum of 90 percent
D)   Minimum of 95 percent

Question 19

Which of the following values is most closely concerned with the body's ability to fight acute or chronic disease or infection?

Accepted Answer

A)   RBC count
B)   WBC count
C)   Hgb
D)   Hct

Question 20

How often does a PCA system allow a patient to self-administer a dose of medication?

Accepted Answer

A)   Every 2 minutes
B)   Every 6 minutes
C)   Every 30 minutes
D)   Every hour

Exam 10: Special Equipment and Patient Care Environments