Chapter 5, Problem 14MC

What is the primary treatment for a tension pneumothorax? A) High-flow oxygen therapy B) Immediate needle decompression C) Rapid fluid administration D) Emergency thoracotomy

While administering oxygen to an infant with Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF) who is having a hypoxic episode, the practical nurse (PN) should implement which intervention?  A Hold the infant in a knee-chest position. B Give a prescribed diuretic medication. C Position the infant in Trendelenburg. D Administer liquid acetaminophen drops (gtt).

A nurse administering niacin would implement which action to help to reduce adverse effects? a) Give the medication with grapefruit juice.b )Administer a small dose of aspirin or an NSAID 30 minutes before the niacin dose.c )Administer the medication on an empty stomach.d) Have the patient increase dietary fiber intake