General Assessment and Care

Question 1

The focused secondary survey MUST include what neurological assessment?

Answer 1

Glasgow Coma Scale

Question 2

Patients who are normotensive and have signs of stroke should be placed in what position?

Answer 2

Head of bed elevated 30* (allows for adequate venous drainage without increasing ICP)

Question 3

Vitals should be assessed on stable patients every ____ minutes.

A. 5 minutes
B. 10 minutes
C. 15 minutes
D. 20 minutes

Answer 3

B. 10 minutes

Question 4

Vitals should be assessed on unstable patients every ____ minutes.

A. 5 minutes
B. 10 minutes
C. 15 minutes
D. 20 minutes

Answer 4

A. 5 minutes

Question 5

The assessment of disability includes a mini-neuro exam with:

A. Assessment of distal neuromas ulnar
B. Assessment of pupils
C. Assessment of cranial nerves

Answer 5

B. Assessment of pupils

Question 6

What rate is TKO on IV fluids?

Answer 6

8-15 gtt/min

Question 7

IV access should be established with ____ tubing.

A. Micro
B. Macro

Answer 7

B. Macro