A patient's blood gas levels are pH of 7.6, PCO2 of 40 mm Hg, and HCO3 of 30/L. This is most characteristic of
A) a large amount of drainage from the nasogastric tube.
B) severe diarrhea.
C) diabetic ketoacidosis.
D) pneumonia.
A
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Nurses at a health care facility maintain client records using a method of documentation known as charting by exception. Which of the following is a benefit of this method of documentation?
A) It documents assessments on separate forms. B) It records progress under problems, intervention, and evaluation. C) It provides and refers to client's problem by a number. D) It provides quick access to abnormal findings.
Which assessment data best indicates to the nurse that an older client is experiencing undernutrition?
1. Body mass index (BMI) of 21 2. Unintentional 3% weight loss over a month 3. Client takes no supplements or vitamins 4. Serum albumin is slightly below normal
A dosage strength of 0.2 mg per 3 mL is available. Give 0.7 mg. Express your answer to the nearest tenth
What will be an ideal response?
Complementary and alternative therapies have many benefits for the childbearing family and others. However, many of these remedies have associated risks. Which of the following situations would be considered risks?
1. Getting a massage from a licensed massage therapist for back pain, prescribed by the primary caregiver 2. Trying out a homeopathic medicine from a friend to reduce swelling in the legs 3. Getting a chiropractic treatment for low back pain due to discomforts of pregnancy without telling the primary health care provider 4. Taking an herbal preparation suggested by a health food store worker for treatment of leg pain 5. Joining a group that practices tai chi weekly to help with physical fitness and movement