The following statements regarding pericardiocentesis are true except:

• A.This is a surgical procedure in which a section of the pericardium is removed in an effort to decrease pericardial pressure on the heart and to allow pericardial fluid to drain more readily
• B.The drain may be left in for several days until the volume of drainage is minimal
• C.This procedure is performed to remove the excess fluid in the pericardium to improve myocardial function
• D.A needle or small catheter is introduced into the pericardial sac and fluid is withdrawn via the needle

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Which of the basic sensory pathways is most often assessed in the progressive care unit?

• A.Position
• B.Pain
• C.Temperature
• D.Light touch

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Mrs. Smith, a 54-year-old housewife, was encouraged to exercise and role from side to side frequently while she was admitted in hospital. She was being given IV fluids and naso-gastric aspiration was done.
Moreover, she was nil per oral. What is she suffering from?

• A.Acute appendicitis
• B.Acute cholecystitis
• C.Paralytic ileus
• D.All of the above

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One of the qualities of an expert nurse is her ability to collaborate with the interdisciplinary team as well as patients and their families. All of the following are qualities of an "expert" in collaboration except for:

• A.Serves as a role model and teacher
• B.Facilitates team meetings
• C.Involved in patient outcomes
• D.Is open to assistance

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Bleeding located between the dura and the skull is a(n):

• A.Subarachnoid hemorrhage
• B.Brain contusion
• C.Subdural hematoma
• D.Epidural hematoma

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