The nurse is reviewing a patient's blood pH level. What systems in the body does the nurse recognize as contributing to the regulation of blood pH?
Select all that apply.
1. renal
2. cardiac
3. buffers
4. respiratory
5. integument
Correct Answer: 1, 3, 4
Three systems work together in the body to maintain the pH despite continuous acid production: buffers, the respiratory system, and the renal system. The cardiac system is responsible for circulating blood to the body.
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Indicate the largest number in the following set
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The nurse is writing an evaluating tool for the use of the Internet for health-related information. What elements should the nurse include in the evaluation? (Select all that apply.)
1. Currency of information. 2. Purpose of the site. 3. Sources of financial support. 4. Owner of the site. 5. Popularity of the site.
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