The nurse is caring for a client admitted with renal failure and metabolic acidosis. Which of the following signs would indicate to the nurse that planned interventions have been effective?
1. Increased deep tendon reflexes
2. Weight gain
3. Decreased respiratory rate
4. Palpitations
3. Decreased respiratory rate
Rationale:
The client with metabolic acidosis will have an increased respiratory rate and depth. A sign that care has been effective would include a decrease in the rate and depth of respirations. Increased deep tendon reflexes, weight gain, and palpitations are not associated with metabolic acidosis.
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