The nurse is reviewing urinalysis results for which patient who is in the early stages of CKD. What results might the nurse expect to see?
a. Excessive protein, glucose, red blood cells, and white blood cells
b. Increased specific gravity with a dark amber discoloration
c. Dramatically increased urine osmolarity
d. Pink-tinged urine with obvious small blood clots
Answer: a. Excessive protein, glucose, red blood cells, and white blood cells
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A. "It is to induce prescribed rest and relax the uterus." B. "It's for the pain associated with those strong contractions." C. "The patient must be allergic to other pain meds." D. "This is the best medication for labor and birth."
The final phase in a research project is the dissemination phase
A) True B) False
The nurse is caring for a child with an ileostomy. Which nursing intervention should be included in this child's plan of care?
A) Clean the outside of the collection device B) Check for leakage around the stoma C) Leave the ileostomy open to the air D) Apply a sterile dressing around the stoma
The nurse is assisting with teaching a patient with newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes. The patient asks what caused the fruity odor that was present at diagnosis. How should the nurse respond?
a. "The excess sugar in the blood is metabolized to fructose and excreted via the lungs." b. "In the absence of available sugar, the body breaks down fat into ketones, which have a fruity odor." c. "The proteins in the blood are metabolized to a substance that has a fruity odor." d. "Excess sugar is excreted in the urine, which causes the fruity odor."