A medical patient has been admitted to the intensive care unit after developing acute renal failure (ARF). The intensive care nurse should anticipate performing interventions to resolve which of the following health problems?
A) Fluid volume deficit and hypotension
B) Hyperkalemia and acidosis
C) Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC)
D) Hemolytic anemia and hyperbilirubinemia
B
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The nurse knows which of the following clients listed below is most likely to exhibit signs and symptoms of fatigue?
A) An obese client with a recurring flulike illness, muscle and joint pain, headaches, and sleep problems B) A sleep-deprived new mother with headache, sore throat, and anemia C) A woman with breast cancer, joint pain, lack of motivation, and inability to concentrate D) A client with major depression, allergies, and history of type 1 diabetes
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
The nurse is planning spiritual care interventions. Which of the following would be the least appropriate to support a client's spiritual care needs?
a. Listen actively. b. Respect the client's beliefs. c. Make referrals to clergy when appropriate. d. Share their own religious beliefs with the client to provide hope.
Which statement by a patient with acne vulgaris indicates to the nurse that more teaching is needed about retinoid therapy?
A) "I should limit my time in the sun when taking a retinoid drug." B) "Sunlight can help my acne, as long as I am not taking a retinoid drug." C) "I need to use sunscreen while I am taking a retinoid drug." D) "Being in the sun enhances the retinoid drug effects."