While the nurse is washing the face of a patient in renal failure, the patient demonstrates a spasm of the lips and face. The nurse examines the recent electrolyte levels to assess the level of:
a. potassium.
b. calcium.
c. sodium.
d. magnesium.
B
Chvostek's sign is a signal of hypocalcemia. It occurs when the facial nerve is tapped or stroked about an inch in front of the earlobe and results in unilateral twitching of the face.
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A. Solve his or her own personal problems without assistance from others. B. Comfortably point out the patient shortcomings and provide advice about how to improve. C. Bring patients and coworkers into compliance with societal rules and norms. D. Demonstrate therapeutic communication.
The nurse is teaching a patient with emphysema to progressively increase activity. At which point in time should the nurse instruct the client to stop activity?
A) A decrease in respiratory rate and pulse B) An increase in respiratory rate and pulse C) An increase in respiratory rate and a decrease in pulse D) A decrease in respiratory rate and an increase in pulse
The purpose of the ovum's zona pellucida is to:
a. make a pathway for more than one sperm to reach the ovum. b. allow the 46 chromosomes from each gamete to merge. c. prevent multiple sperm from fertilizing the ovum. d. stimulate the ovum to begin mitotic cell division.
The client has been ordered to be treated with Ridaura. The nurse anticipates seeing an increased _____ in the client's laboratory results
a. fasting blood glucose b. liver enzyme tests c. potassium level d. calcium level