Which statement(s) accurately describe the functions of the kidneys? (select all that apply.)
a. Regulation of electrolytes
b. Regulation of fluid volume
c. Regulation of blood pressure
d. Secretion of erythropoietin
e. Transportation of urine
A, B, C, D
Kidney functions include regulation of electrolytes, fluid volume, and blood pressure, along with the secretion of erythropoietin. The ureters transport urine from the renal pelvis to the bladder.
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1. A clinical nurse specialist with whom other nurses consult for her expertise in caring for high-risk children 2. A clinical nurse specialist working as a staff nurse on a medical-surgical pediatric unit 3. A registered nurse who is the circulating nurse in surgery 4. A registered nurse who is the manager of a large pediatric unit
A patient is prescribed bupropion (Wellbutrin
SR) 100 mg twice daily. It is time for the second dose today and the drug sent up from the pharmacy is Wellbutrin 100 XL. What is your best action? a. Administer the Wellbutrin XL tablet in place of the Wellbutrin SR tablet. b. Cut the Wellbutrin XL tablet in half and then administer it. c. Call the pharmacy and obtain a Wellbutrin SR 100 mg tablet. d. Hold the dose and notify the prescriber.
Three methods to assist in test taking are listed below. Which is not necessarily correct?
a. practicing 60 questions a day from different NCLEX-RN review materials b. using the results of an exit exam as a guide in review area selection c. practicing using the ABCs only d. practicing using the ARKO method
The placement of drops of liquid into the eyes, ears, nose, or some other body cavity is called ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).