A patient with heart failure is being monitored to evaluate the effectiveness of a dose of furosemide (Lasix). A change in which parameter is most likely to be the earliest reflection that venous return to the heart is reduced?
Answer
Central venous pressure
Blood pressure
SaO2 by pulse oximetry
Heart rate
Question 2
Question
While caring for an 18-year-old male admitted with cystic fibrosis, he tells you that he is HIV-positive. Which is the most appropriate action?
Answer
Ask him how he contracted the virus
Flag his name outside his room and his chart with an HIV+ sticker