The nurse performs a physical examination on a client diagnosed with acute pyelonephritis. Which of the following may be detected during the physical examination?
A) Abnormalities in urine
B) Location of discomfort and any signs of fluid retention
C) Elevated calcium levels
D) Structural defects in the kidneys
B
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Why must the nurse emphasize the need for continued adherence to the prescribed medication? A) To avoid complications of giant cell arteritis, such as deafness B) To avoid complications of small cell arteritis such as osteoporosis C) To avoid complications of small cell arteritis such as degenerative joint disease D) To avoid complications of giant cell arteritis, such as blindness
An 85-year-old male patient is aware of the need for a colonoscopy; however, he has a history of severe electrolyte imbalances associated with bowel preps for diagnostic tests. Which intervention should the nurse plan?
1. Discuss the option of having a flexible sigmoidoscopy instead. 2. Investigate medications the patient can take after the colonoscopy to correct the electrolyte imbalances. 3. Discuss the option of not having the colonoscopy. 4. Consider the option of delaying the colonoscopy for a year.
Explain the difference between electrical capture and mechanical capture
What will be an ideal response?
According to census data, the marriage rate per 1,000 total population is which of the following?
a. 6.3 c. 8.7 b. 7.1 d. 9.5