After your prompt recognition of a critical laboratory value you need to document what
happened. Write an example of a documentation entry describing this event.
What will be an ideal response?
Answers will vary but should include whom the nurse notified, the potassium level and current
laboratory values, any manifestations of hypokalemia, any changes in F.N.'s underlying assessment,
the orders received, and the nurse's implementation of any new orders.
CASE STUDY OUTCOME
F.N.'s condition stabilizes and the remainder of her hospital stay is uneventful. She did sustain mild neu
rologic damage as a result of the surgery and was discharged to a rehabilitation facility where she even
tually recovered most of her lost function. F.N. continues to enjoy an active life and is involved in helping
others face similar experiences.
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The nurse learns that a patient of Hispanic culture has an income below the national poverty level. The nurse realizes that this patient is prone to experiencing which diseases of the poor?Select all that apply.Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
A. Tuberculosis B. Malnutrition C. Lead poisoning D. Heart disease E. Cancer
An older patient is prescribed psyllium seed to prevent constipation. What should the nurse instruct the patient about this medication? Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Do not take this medication with juice. 2. Avoid eating after taking this medication. 3. Take the medication with adequate water. 4. This medication can swell in the esophagus. 5. Limit the intake of water after taking this medication.
A client at risk for the development of type 2 diabetes mellitus asks why weight loss will reduce risk of the condition. Which of the following responses by the nurse is most correct?
1. "The amount of foods taken in require more insulin to adequately metabolize them, resulting in diabetes.". 2. "Excess body weight impairs the body's release of insulin.". 3. "Thin people are less likely to become diabetic.". 4. "The physical inactivity associated with obesity causes a reduced ability by the body to produce insulin.".
During the initial interview with a client in crisis, the nurse would estimate, based on experience and crisis theory, that crisis intervention therapy will be completed in:
1. 3 to 4 days 2. 1 to 2 weeks 3. 4 to 6 weeks 4. 3 to 4 months