A 59-year-old patient is being assessed for hypoparathyroidism. The nurse should anticipate that this patient is likely to require what diagnostic test?
A) CT of the abdomen
B) Bone density testing
C) Cardiac stress testing
D) 24-hour urine
B
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a. Variances are investigated. b. Data are collected about outcomes. c. Trends are identified from data analysis. d. Changes are implemented and reevaluated. e. Appropriate service delivery changes are determined.
The best reason for recommending formula over breastfeeding occurs when:
1. mothers have medical conditions or are taking drugs that could be passed along to the infant via breast milk. 2. mothers lack confidence in their ability to breastfeed. 3. other family members or care providers need to also feed the baby. 4. mothers see bottle-feeding as more convenient.
A client with complaints of frequent and increased urination is diagnosed with diabetes insipidus. The electrolyte report of the client is as follows: sodium, 150 mEq/L; potassium, 4.5 mEq/L; calcium, 5.2 mEq/L; and chloride, 96 mEq/L
The client is reported to have hypernatremia. The physician instructs the nurse to modify the diet accordingly. What dietary restriction should the nurse recommend in the diet plan for this client? A) Potassium B) Calcium C) Chloride D) Sodium
When changing the gown of a person with an IV, you keep the IV bag:
a. Hanging on the IV pole b. Below the person c. Above the person d. On the bed