Which lab test is most indicative that a patient has refeeding syndrome?
A. A serum albumin level of 3.0 g/dL
B. Hemoglobin of 10.0 g/dL
C. Prealbumin level of 17 mg/dL
D. Serum phosphate level of less than 0.6 mmol/L
D
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In diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), glomerular filtration is decreased leading to a/an
A) increased blood glucose. B) decreased serum potassium. C) decreased serum creatinine. D) both b and c.
A patient being treated with paroxetine (Paxil) 50 mg po daily for depression reports to the clinic nurse, "I took a few extra tablets earlier today and now I feel bad." Which assessments are most critical? Select all that apply
a. Vital signs b. Urinary frequency c. Psychomotor retardation d. Presence of abdominal pain and diarrhea e. Hyperactivity or feelings of restlessness
A patient has a central line that is being used to measure central venous pressure (CVP). Which situation would most likely demonstrate an increase in CVP?
a. Severe hemorrhage b. Hypovolemia c. Use of a nasogastric tube d. Heart failure
Which individuals should be included in a hospice team? (Select all that apply.)
a. Physical therapist working to regain patient ability to walk b. Nurse to manage symptoms of pain and nausea c. Social worker to assist with community resources d. Bereavement counselor to provide assistance to family and loved ones e. Chaplain to provide spiritual and emotional support f. Hospitalist to direct an emergency response team and provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)