A client has cirrhosis and has developed ascites and edema. Which laboratory value does the nurse correlate with this condition?
a. Blood glucose, 120 mg/dL
b. Serum sodium, 135 mEq/L
c. Serum albumin, 2.1 g/dL
d. Blood urea nitrogen, 18 mg/dL
C
Ascites occurs as a result of the inability of the liver to synthesize albumin. Loss of albumin leads to edema. This client's albumin level is low, which correlates with the condition. Sodium and blood urea nitrogen (BUN) levels are normal. The glucose level is slightly high, but this is not directly related to edema.
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1. low blood pressure. 2. increased urinary output. 3. signs of edema. 4. bradycardia.
The nurse wishes to conduct research on the number of cancer clients who are actively involved in exercise programs following chemotherapy. To prepare, the nurse reviews similar, published research studies
The nurse knows that maturation can be a threat to internal validity of the research study. Which is an example of maturation? A) A heat wave occurred during the study and clients who normally exercised outside were unable to do so. B) A client developed fatigue and was unable to complete the exercise program. C) Repeated stress tests on stationary bicycles demotivated clients from participating. D) Inclusion of a former Olympic athlete in the study skewed the results.
Which risks of undescended testes should the nurse include in the teaching session for the parents of a newborn diagnosed with this condition? Select all that apply
1. Sperm production will be affected after puberty. 2. Abdominal testes are subject to injury. 3. Abdominal testes have a higher risk of developing cancer. 4. Hormonal production will be affected. 5. The testes are at greater risk of torsion.
MC The most therapeutic humidity in a client's room should be
A. 10-30%. B. 30-60%. C. 60-70%. D. 70-80%.