A patient is admitted with the diagnosis of acute pancreatitis. The nurse expects which of the following laboratory test results to be elevated? (Select all that apply.)
a. Calcium
b. Serum amylase
c. Serum glucose
d. Potassium
e. WBC
f. Serum triglycerides
B, C, E, F
Calcium and potassium decrease with acute pancreatitis.
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The nurse is setting up a meal tray. She notes that the client refuses to look at the food and tells the nurse to take it away. The meal contains a chicken breast, green beans, fruit cocktail, and cottage cheese
The nurse's most appropriate response to the client at this time is which of the following? 1. "I know you are not hungry so just let me know when you want your tray." 2. "The hospital food is horrible here." 3. "Is there a problem with the food being sent to you?" 4. "I will get you some juice and crackers from the unit kitchen."
The nurse is caring for a child with a subdural hematoma. The nurse should assess for what signs that can indicate brainstem compression? (Select all that apply.)
a. Coma b. Lethargy c. Hemiplegia d. Hemiparesis e. Unequal pupils
In an organization with a healthy culture, patients and families are likely to experience all of the following EXCEPT
A. Staff working together respectfully and effectively B. Timely and compassionate answers to questions C. A sense that staff are too busy to help D. A sense of being welcome