In the lab, what is the substrate of the catalase test?

Cool temperatures speed molecules up. Hot temperatures slow molecules down 

If a catalase tests does not produce bubbles, what can be assumed?

Enzymes are highly specific for the reaction they catalyze and not used up in the reaction

The reaction rate will increase indefinitely with increased substrate concentration and constant enzyme concentration 

A patient in the intensive care unit has been diagnosed with multiple organ dysfunction syndrome (MODS) and is in the irreversible stage of shock. As the nurse caring for this patient, which of the following considerations is most important when discussing end-of-life care with the family?

What laboratory finding is consistent with a medical diagnosis of cardiogenic shock?

A 30-year-old male is brought to the emergency department after exposure to a nerve agent during a chemical attack. While triaging outside, the nurse notes that he presents with excessive salivation, difficulty breathing, and muscle twitching. Which medication is most appropriate to administer to counteract the effects of the nerve agent?

The nurse is caring for a patient with a 3rd degree chemical burn encompassing the entire right leg, circumferentially. Calculate the total body surface area (TBSA) burned and determine what type of nutrition should be encouraged?

The nurse is caring for a patient with circumferential, full thickness burns to the anterior and posterior chest wall, and the patient is experiencing severe dyspnea. Which of the following procedures would the nurse expect to assist the physician with?