The nurse should assess a client diagnosed with multiple myeloma for which of the following electrolyte imbalances?
1. Hypercalcemia
2. Hyperkalemia
3. Hypermagnesemia
4. Hypernatremia
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Destruction of the bone leads to elevated calcium levels. The other electrolyte imbalances are not characteristic of multiple myeloma.
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Why is it important for the nurse to be observant of patient behavior?
a. Behavior is preformed b. Behavior is important c. Behavior is learned d. Behavior is repeated
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a. coercive b. expert c. legitimate d. referent
A student nurse graduates from a university with a bachelor's degree in nursing. After the successful completion of passing her state boards, she decides to pursue employment at a local hospital on medical-surgical unit
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