When an individual's stress response is sustained over a long period of time, which physiological effect of the endocrine system should a nurse anticipate?
A) Decreased resistance to disease
B) Increased libido
C) Decreased blood pressure
D) Increased inflammatory response
A
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The nurse, caring for a mechanically ventilated patient, suspects the patient is developing a low cardiac output even though the blood pressure is within normal limits
The nurse realizes the discrepancy in assessment findings could be because of 1. compensation with a heart rate of 108 beats per minute. 2. reabsorption of fluid in the renal tubules. 3. reduced glomerulofiltration rate. 4. hemoconcentration.
Which patients would be at risk for nutritional imbalances? The patient: Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply
1. Who is a stable, post-myocardial infarction 2. With renal failure 3. With slightly elevated liver enzymes 4. Who is intubated and sedated 5. With burns or excessive trauma
The nursing diagnosis is Impaired Memory related to fluid and electrolyte imbalances AMB inability to Knowledge recent events. Which of the following goals/outcomes must be included on the care plan?
a. Checks current medications for mind-altering side effects b. Demonstrates use of techniques to help with memory loss c. Drinks at least 1,500 mL of fluid per day d. Takes electrolyte supplements with meals
Explain why edema is secondary to kidney disease
What will be an ideal response?