Nurse Patricia needs to choose the best management options for four different patients.
Match the patient's condition to the appropriate management strategy.

Lisa, a 29-year-old woman, is diagnosed with a subdural hematoma and is on an IV drip of mannitol at 50 mL/hr. Why is it crucial to maintain this slow infusion rate?

47. Nurse Karen is reviewing medication orders for patients with different types of throat infections. Match each patient's condition to the appropriate pharmacological intervention.

Maria, 21, with a closed head injury is unconscious and on mechanical ventilation. Her ABG results show a CO2 level of 35 mm Hg. What should be the target CO2 level to optimize brain perfusion?

John, 55, presents with progressive muscle twitching, cramps, and difficulty holding objects. His EMG shows signs of denervation, and MRI reveals corticospinal tract - degeneration. Past medical history includes hypertension and diabetes. Given that John has now developed dysphagia, what is the most appropriate nursing intervention?

Karen, 35, comes in with recurring skin rashes and joint pain. The physician suspects an autoimmune disorder and orders an ELISA test to detect specific antibodies.

Henry, an 80-year-old man, has had a closed head injury and was unconscious for 5 minutes. Which vital sign trend is most concerning?

Linda, a 45-year-old patient, is admitted for pneumonia. She has a productive cough.Which respiratory defense mechanism is primarily responsible for removing the pathogenic microorganisms?

Samantha, a nurse in the post-operative ward, is going over recent lab results of a patient, Jane, who underwent abdominal surgery two days ago. Samantha notes an elevated C- reactive protein level. What clinical concern should Samantha prioritize based on this finding?

Nurse Linda has to educate patients on various lifestyle and hygiene interventions. Match each patient's condition to the most relevant intervention.

Sarah, 20, has a history of atopic dermatitis and complains of worsening skin irritation.
The physician orders a patch test. What should Sarah avoid before undergoing patch testing?