Question

A patient with metastatic lung cancer is admitted to the critical care unit for shortness of breath and chest pain. An echocardiogram identifies a pericardial effusion. The nurse anticipates preparing for which procedure?

computerized tomography (CT) scan
pericardiocentesis
chest tube placement
cardiac catheterization

Accepted Answer

pericardiocentesis

Answer

cardiac catheterization

Answer

chest tube placement

Answer

computerized tomography (CT) scan

Question 25 - Endocrine/​Hematology/​Gastrointestinal/​Renal/​Integumentary Practice Test for the CCRN

Question 25 - Endocrine/Hematology/Gastrointestinal/Renal/Integumentary Practice Test for the CCRN