A 47-year-old male has been admitted to the CCU from the emergency room with a history of sudden diaphoresis, nausea, vomiting and radiating pain down his left arm. He reports no significant medical history, and has been a two PPD smoker since his early twenties. His admitting diagnosis is UA/NSTEMI and he is being prepped for cardiac catheterization for possible angioplasty with stent placement. What type of medication orders might the nurse see prior to his procedure?

The CCRN (Critical Care Registered Nurse) certification exams focus on three general populations: adult, pediatric and neonatal patients.  Within the three general populations, the following subject categories are covered: Cardiovascular, Pulmonary, Endocrine, Hematology / Immunity, Neurology, Gastrointestinal, Renal, Multisystem, Behavior / Psychological and Professional Care and Ethical Practice. Each exam is age specific and a large percentage of each test focuses on clinical judgment. A smaller percentage of each test covers professional caring and ethical practice, which can address... Show more

The CCRN (Critical Care Registered Nurse) certification exams focus on three general populations: adult, pediatric and neonatal patients.  Within the three general populations, the following subject categories are covered: Cardiovascular, Pulmonary, Endocrine, Hematology / Immunity, Neurology, Gastrointestinal, Renal, Multisystem, Behavior / Psychological and Professional Care and Ethical Practice. Each exam is age specific and a large percentage of each test focuses on clinical judgment. A smaller percentage of each test covers professional caring and ethical practice, which can address any age in the life span, in any of the tests.

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