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### Question 1 Upon arrival to the unit, you receive report on four PCU patients. Which patient should you attend to FIRST?

• A patient with stable vitals and scheduled medication
• A patient complaining of shortness of breath on continuous BiPAP with a

BP of 189/109

• A postoperative patient with mild pain
• A patient with controlled diabetes

Answer: B) A patient complaining of shortness of breath on continuous BiPAP

with a BP of 189/109

Explanation: The patient on BiPAP is experiencing respiratory distress with

elevated blood pressure, indicating priority for immediate assessment and potential intervention, while the others are stable.

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### Question 2 Of the following patients, which one would you see FIRST?

• A 30-year-old suicidal female that took an unknown number of

alprazolam with an O2 saturation of 85%

• A patient with a stable gastrointestinal issue
• A post-operative patient with mild discomfort
• A patient undergoing routine evaluation

Answer: A) A 30-year-old suicidal female that took an unknown number of

alprazolam with an O2 saturation of 85% 2 / 4

Explanation: This patient's potential overdose, marked by low oxygen

saturation, poses significant risk for respiratory depression and requires immediate intervention.

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### Question 3 You are caring for a patient with new onset atrial fibrillation with a blood pressure of 80/60. Which of the following treatment options is MOST appropriate?

• Beta-blockers
• Anticoagulants
• Electrical cardioversion
• Calcium channel blockers

Answer: C) Electrical cardioversion

Explanation: Given the hypotensive state and symptomatic a-fib, electrical

cardioversion is indicated to quickly restore normal sinus rhythm and stabilize blood pressure.

### Question 4 Which of the following medications is MOST commonly indicated for patients with CHF?

• Beta blockers
• ACE inhibitors
• Digoxin
• Diuretics 3 / 4

Answer: B) ACE inhibitors

Explanation: ACE inhibitors are critical in the management of congestive

heart failure (CHF) as they improve symptoms, reduce hospitalizations, and decrease mortality by lowering blood pressure and reducing workload on the heart.

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### Question 5 A patient was involved in a motor vehicle accident and CAT scan results reveal a right-sided SDH. What would be an expected neurological assessment finding in this patient?

• Left pupil constriction
• Bilateral dilated pupils
• Dilated right pupil
• Decreased level of consciousness

Answer: C) Dilated right pupil

Explanation: A right-sided subdural hematoma (SDH) may cause pr essure

on the optic nerve, leading to a dilated right pupil, which is a sign of increased intracranial pressure or neurological compromise.

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### Question 6 What is the most common symptom of SIADH?

• Weight loss
• Fluid retention
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