An LPN is assisting with the care of a client taking a loop diuretic. Which of the following symptoms would alert the nurse to suspect potassium deficiency?

A. Nausea, vomiting, and headache
B. Confusion, muscle weakness, and arrhythmias
C. Flank pain and blood in the urine
D. Leg cramps and tetany


B

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A. "This insulin doesn't start to work for 6 to 8 hours. B. "Your pancreas makes insulin at night and the medication is stimulating your pancreas." C. "We give insulin at night to help cover the glucose released as you digest your dinner." D. "This is a long-acting insulin that lasts 18 to 24 hours for sustained control of your sugar."

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The purpose of the vas deferens is to:

A) transport sperm from the testicles to the seminal vesicles. B) mature the sperm cells. C) create male reproductive cells. D) transport sperm from the seminal vesicles to the urethra.

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All of the following are functions of the parasympathetic division of the nervous system EXCEPT ________

A) increase peristalsis in the GI tract B) cause the secretion of saliva C) constricting smooth muscles around arteries to raise blood pressure for exercise D) preparing the body for sexual activity

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Soft-tissue injuries are often the most obvious and dramatic and usually the most serious type of injury

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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