The nurse is reviewing the medical record of a child diagnosed with septic arthritis. Which of the following would the nurse expect to find? Select all answers that apply
A) Elevated neutrophil count
B) Decreased C-reactive protein level
C) Joint fluid with increased white blood cells
D) Decreased joint space with radiograph
E) Increased erythrocyte sedimentation rate
A, C, E
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After the physician has prescribed danazol (Danocrine) for treatment of a client's endometriosis, the nurse would explain that this drug may cause
a. hot flashes. b. increased breast size. c. irregular periods. d. loss of appetite.
The nurse is caring for a patient diagnosed with chronic renal failure and being treated with hemodialysis who weighs 100 kg. Which of the following would be an appropriate intake of protein for this patient?
1. 60 gm per day 2. 240 gm per day 3. 120 gm per day 4. 100 gm per day
An important reason for using this antacid in renal failure clients is that with prolonged use it leads to phosphate depletion
a. magnesium hydroxide c. sodium bicarbonate b. aluminum hydroxide d. calcium carbonate
Which is the correct conversion factor for grams to ounces?
A. 30 g : 1 oz
B. 15 g : 1 oz
C. 
D. 