Which laboratory value indicates inadequate functioning of a transplanted pancreas?
A. Total white blood cell count <5000/mm3
B. 50% decrease in urine amylase level
C. Blood urea nitrogen >30 mg/dL
D. Elevated bilirubin level
B
Most pancreas transplants are anastomosed to the bladder and drain pancreatic enzymes into the urine. When the pancreas is rejected or functioning inadequately, the level of pancreatic enzymes in the urine decreases by 25% or more.
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A researcher summarizes the findings and then makes generalizations. Why does the researcher refer to the literature before making generalizations?
a. If the current study is a replication of previous research, its generalizations will be identical to those of the study it replicates. b. If there is no previous research in this area, no generalizations can be made. c. If the current study is the second by this researcher, its generalizations will be to the population from which the second sample was drawn, and will specifically exclude the sample from the first study. d. If there is a lone study in this area, generalizations are narrow; if there is previous research of a parallel nature, more widespread generalization is in order.
The nurse determines that the fetus is in a vertex presentation at "0" station. This means the fetal
a. head is on the floor of the perineum b. head has entered the pelvic outlet c. head is not engaged d. occiput is at the level of the ischial spines
Which factor is the most important in determining the rate of fluid replacement in the dehydrated child?
a. The child's weight b. The type of dehydration c. Urine output d. Serum potassium level
For which situation should the nurse apply clean disposable gloves?
1. Providing denture care 2. Bathing a client 3. Applying antiemboli stockings 4. Assessing vital signs