As a result of kidney failure, excessive hydrogen ions cannot be excreted. With acid retention, the nurse is most likely to observe what type of respiratory compensation?
a. Cheyne-Stokes respiratory pattern
b. Increased depth of breathing
c. Decreased respiratory rate and depth
d. Increased arterial carbon dioxide levels
Answer: b. Increased depth of breathing
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The patient expresses concern over the arrhythmia developing into a more fatal arrhythmia in the future. The most appropriate nursing diagnosis for this patient is: A) Decreased cardiac output B) Alteration in comfort C) Anxiety related to fear of unknown D) Potential for injury
The nurse is caring for a patient with acute respiratory failure and identifies "Risk for Ineffective Airway Clearance" as a nursing diagnosis. A nursing intervention relevant to this diagnosis is:
a. Elevate head of bed to 30 degrees. b. Obtain order for venous thromboembolism prophylaxis. c. Provide adequate sedation. d. Reposition patient every 2 hours.
A nurse educator is conducting a continuing education class on pharmacology
To evaluate the learning of the nurses in the class, the nurse educator asks, "Which drug name gives information about the drug's pharmacologic classification?" Which is the correct response? a. Amoxicillin b. Tylenol c. Cipro d. Motrin
The nurse is concerned about possible substance abuse by a coworker. Which behavior warrants further investigation?
1. The coworker frequently wastes medications. 2. The coworker frequently requests the largest patient care assignment for the shift. 3. The coworker prefers not to be the "medication nurse" on the shift. 4. The coworker declines to take scheduled breaks.