Your patient has recently completed her first round of chemotherapy in the treatment of lung cancer. When reviewing this morning's blood work, what findings would be suggestive of myelosuppression?
A) Decreased sodium levels and decreased potassium levels
B) Increased creatinine and blood urea nitrogen (BUN)
C) Decreased platelets and red blood cells
D) Increased white blood cells and c-reactive protein (CRP)
C
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A patient has been admitted to an acute medical unit with a diagnosis of diabetes insipidus with a neurogenic etiology. When planning this patient's care, what diagnosis should be the nurse's most likely priority?
A) Fluid volume deficit related to increased urine output B) Acute confusion related to alterations in electrolytes C) Altered nutrition: less than body requirements related to decreased intake D) Risk for injury related to decreased level of consciousness
The nurse is caring for a child with secondary hypertension. What renal disorders are associated with secondary hypertension? (Select all that apply.)
a. Renal tumor b. Hydronephrosis c. Vesicoureteral reflux d. Glomerulonephritis e. Urinary tract infection
A patient has lost 800 mL of blood during surgery. The nurse calculates that the patient has lost _______ mg of iron
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
To best promote wound healing and prevent infection, research supports the use of:
1. Topical silver. 2. Topical gold. 3. Normal saline. 4. Dankins solution.