A patient has just undergone a percutaneous liver biopsy. Which of the following are included in the post-procedure assessment? (select all that apply)

The nurse assesses the port balloon on the ETT (endotracheal tube) of an intubated patient and is unsure if the balloon is properly inflated. What is the nurse's best action?

Interpret the following ABG:

PH 7.51

Pa02 88

PaC02 32

Bicarb (HC03-) 26

Sa02 95%

A patient with cirrhosis is becoming lethargic and confused. Which of the following labs does the nurse expect the HCP (health care provider) to order?

. A nurse is caring for a client who has been admitted for the treatment of advanced cirrhosis. What assessment should the nurse prioritize in this client's plan of care?

Calculate the P/F ratio using the following:

P-Pa02 82

F-F102 60%

The P/F ratio is used to assess the degree of hypoxemia in patients, particularly those with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). A P/F ratio of less than 300 suggests mild ARDS, less than 200 suggests moderate ARDS, and less than 100 indicates severe ARDS.

Given:

PaO₂ (Partial pressure of oxygen in arterial blood) = 82 mm Hg

FiO₂ (Fraction of inspired oxygen) = 60% = 0.60 (in decimal form)

A patient is brought to the ED after being struck by a baseball to the chest. The physician suspects a cardiac tamponade based on hypotension muffled heart sounds, and distended jugular veins. What is the primary intervention for this patient?

A client on long-term mechanical ventilation becomes very frustrated when he tries to communicate. Which intervention should the nurse perform to assist the client?

What is the rationale for esophageal variceal bleeding in a patient with cirrhosis?

A patient with cholelithiasis asks the nurse why he/she is jaundiced. What is the nurse's best answer?

Which of the following is not a direct cause of ARDS?