A patient has an elevated magnesium level. The nurse would assess which of the following in the patient?
1. elevated temperature
2. low respiratory rate
3. low pulse rate
4. orthostatic hypotension
3
Rationale: A low pulse rate has been associated with a high magnesium level. Magnesium levels do not influence the temperature or blood pressure. A low respiratory rate can be seen with a low magnesium level.
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A) "Delirium is seen only in older adults." B) "Delirium is a reversible condition while dementia is not." C) "Older adult men are at higher risk for developing delirium." D) "Younger adult females are at higher risk for developing delirium." E) "Adolescents are more prone to developing delirium than young children."
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