Missed Pretest Questions Flashcards
1
Q
Healthcare providers should use extreme caution with nitro when ST elevation is present in which EKG leads?
A
II, III, aVF
2
Q
Which condition is most likely to cause respiratory acidosis?
a) panic attack
b) narcotic overdose
c) methanol ingestion
d) DKA
A
b) narcotic overdose
3
Q
A patient w/ suspected gallbladder disease is asked to take a deep breath while the provider presses upward into upper right quadrant. It the pt. ceases inspiration due to increased pain this known as?
A
Murphy’s sign
4
Q
What component of a patient’s past medical history is MOST helpful in considering MI as a working diagnosis?
A
familial heart disease history
5
Q
When performing a patient assessment, what info provides the most essential info in determining a working diagnosis?
A
Medical history
