What problems are possible as a result of the staghorn stone?
What will be an ideal response?
• The stone can cause chronic infection and renal pelvis obstruction that might result in the need for
nephrectomy.
• Chronic infection can lead to altered blood glucose levels and damage to the renal tubules.
• Complete obstruction of urine flow results in increased pressure that affects the function of the
proximal tubule and the glomerulus. Glomerular filtration is decreased. Complete unilateral
obstruction might reduce the GFR to 30% of normal.
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The nurse is caring for a client being treated for pancreatitis. Which of the following laboratory studies would best indicate the treatment is being effective:
A) normal liver function tests. B) elevated amylase level. C) normal lipase level. D) decreased bilirubin level.
Which of the following statements made by a nurse shows a lack of understanding regarding the Uniform Anatomical Gift Act?
1. "A client must be 21 to give consent to be an organ donor." 2. "All clients admitted to the hospital are asked about becoming an organ donor." 3. "We have a form here on the unit that must be signed to show a client's informed consent to be an organ donor." 4. "In our state, you can check the back of a client's driver's license to verify whether they are an organ donor."
The instructor is describing the various types of initial assessment documentation forms. The instructor determines that the teaching was successful when the students identify which form helping to standardize data collection?
A) Open-ended B) Integrated cued checklist C) Cued/checklist D) Nursing minimum data set
Which of the following is true of the use of psychomotor stimulants in the treatment of narcolepsy and hyperactivity?
A. Psychomotor stimulants decrease the activity of the sympathetic nervous system. B. Toxic doses of psychomotor stimulants may cause cardiac arrhythmias and nephritis. C. Amphetamines have the disadvantage of producing drug tolerance and dependence. D. All of the above are correct.