A nurse is assessing a client immediately after the provider removed the client's endotracheal tube. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?

Copious oral secretions

Stridor

Hoarseness

Sore throat

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

A. Copious oral secretions can be common after extubation and can be managed with suctioning.
B. It indicates possible airway obstruction or swelling and requires immediate evaluation and intervention.
C. Hoarseness is a common, usually temporary, side effect after extubation.
D. Sore throat is also common and typically resolves without intervention.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. Having a pacemaker is not an absolute contraindication for kidney transplant, though it requires careful evaluation.
B. Active substance abuse, including alcohol use disorder, is generally considered a contraindication for kidney transplantation due to concerns about adherence to medical regimens and potential for complications.
C. Being a breast cancer survivor for 8 years is usually not a contraindication if the client has been cancer-free for a significant period and is deemed stable.
D. Age 65 years is not an absolute contraindication; many older adults can be candidates for transplant based on overall health status rather than age alone.

A. Epinephrine administration B. Intubation C. Amiodarone administration D. Defibrillation

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Epinephrine is important but given after defibrillation attempts during cardiac arrest.
B. Intubation is necessary for airway management but follows immediate defibrillation.
C. Amiodarone is used for refractory ventricular fibrillation after defibrillation attempts.
D. Defibrillation is the priority and most effective immediate treatment for ventricular fibrillation to restore a perfusing rhythm.

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