Which of the following diagnostic tests indicates that a patient has a fluid volume deficit? Select all that apply
1. Elevated urine specific gravity
2. Decreased hemoglobin level
3. High hematocrit level
4. Elevated blood urea nitrogen (BUN)
5. Elevated red blood cell count
ANS: 1, 3, 4
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When preparing for the final exam in this course, the nursing student is aware that which of the following are considered time-wasting measures? (Select all that apply.)
a. Have the telephone close by to answer. b. Spend study time in a quiet area. c. Gather all the items for studying in one place. d. Delay studying until all other activities are finished. e. Make sure that all notes are perfectly written. f. Delegate home activities to other family members.
Prostatic cancer has recently been diagnosed in a 75-year-old man, and he has begun estrogen treatment. He tells his spouse "These pills are going to make me a woman.". What should the nurse tell the man about the intention of this treatment?
A) Reduce surgical risks B) Treat prostatic hypertrophy C) Support sexual performance D) Prevent tumor dissemination
From the following profiles of clients, which client would be most likely to undergo the diagnostic test of cholecystography?
A) Steven, suspected of a tumor in the colon B) Andrew, suspected of abnormalities in the esophagus C) Mark, suspected of stones in the gallbladder D) Sandra, suspected of lesions in the liver
The nurse is completing a health history on a patient whose diagnosis is chronic gastritis. Which of the data below should the nurse consider most significantly related to the etiology of the patient's health problem?
A) Consumes one or more protein drinks daily. B) Takes over-the-counter antacids frequently throughout the day. C) Smokes two packs of cigarettes daily. D) Reports a history of social drinking on a weekly basis.