Depolarization occurs when which two electrolytes rush into the cell?
A. Sodium and potassium
B. Calcium and magnesium
C. Calcium and sodium
D. Chloride and potassium
Answer: C
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A nurse assesses a client who is prescribed a medication that inhibits aldosterone secretion and release. For which potential complications should the nurse assess? (Select all that apply.)
a. Urine output of 25 mL/hr b. Serum potassium level of 5.4 mEq/L c. Urine specific gravity of 1.02 g/mL d. Serum sodium level of 128 mEq/L e. Blood osmolality of 250 mOsm/L
The community health nurse is preparing a program about health maintenance. The nurse has decided to use the Leavall and Clark model as the framework for the programming
Which of the following program objectives best explain the concepts presented by this model? 1. The participants will recognize health as the absence of disease. 2. The participants will verbalize the role of self-actualization achievement in relation to health. 3. The participants will define health as the interrelationships between the agent, host, and the environment. 4. Internal harmony is the foundational basis for health achievement.
Explanation: 1. Polypharmacy is a major factor in hospital readmission rates due to unnecessary adverse events. The nurse teaches ways in which the client can avoid readmission to the hospital, including how to take medications as prescribed. 2. There is not enough information to determine if the client is prone to missing medication doses. The nurse does suggest ways in which the client can
keep the medications and doses on a regular schedule, such as using a pill planner. 3. Although the client may have multiple conditions that warrant the medications prescribed, it is the job of each provider to obtain a thorough history. Additionally, pharmacists should alert the client and provider to any interaction potentials. 4. Cognitive impairments do occur when clients are on numerous medications. The nurse ensures the client understands their medication regimen and side effect management. 1. Dexamethasone 2. Ketorolac 3. Fluconazole 4. Phenobarbital 5. Atenolol
A child is diagnosed with hypothyroidism. The nurse should expect to assess which symptoms associated with hypothyroidism? Select all that apply
a. Weight loss b. Fatigue c. Diarrhea d. Dry, thick skin e. Cold intolerance