The nursing diagnosis Impaired Urinary Elimination has been assigned to the client with hyperparathyroidism. To address this diagnosis, the nurse would
a. encourage the client to void frequently.
b. force fluids to 3 liters/day.
c. not administer fluids with meals.
d. withhold acidic juices in the diet.
B
The client should take in at least 3000 ml of fluid a day. Dehydration is dangerous for clients with hyperparathyroidism because it both increases the serum calcium level and promotes the formation of renal stones.
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a. Wide mood swings b. Tendency to withdraw when upset c. Intense daydreaming d. Concealing of anger
A nurse is preparing to teach a client about vasopressin. Which of the following would the nurse integrate into the teaching? Select all that apply
A) Vasopressin is secreted by the adrenal gland. B) Vasopressin is secreted when body fluids must be conserved. C) Vasopressin exhibits its greatest activity in the bladder. D) Vasopressin regulates the reabsorption of water from the kidney. E) Vasopressin is used to treat diabetes mellitus.
In an effort to cut costs, hospitals have instituted many changes. Which of these cost-cutting factors is most likely to jeopardize the quality of care?
A) Using unlicensed assistive personnel B) Increasing numbers of clients in hospitals C) Not devoting enough time to the client D) The rise of medical care costs in healthcare systems
A patient is seen in the STI clinic with his third case of gonorrhea in the last 18 months. The patient says, "Just give me my medicine so I will quit burning."
Which nursing diagnosis would the nurse prioritize as most important for this patient? 1. Impaired Tissue Integrity 2. Anxiety 3. Deficient Knowledge 4. Self-Neglect