A client in renal failure has a sodium level of 150 mEq/L. For what condition would the nurse most likely need to assess?
a. alkalosis
b. dehydration
c. hypokalemia
d. fluid volume excess
b
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Therapy of exercise and a transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) unit was effective in treating this client in the past. Which of the following would be appropriate for the client at this time? 1. Prepare the client for radiological studies 2. Instruct the client in what to expect when having spinal injections 3. Provide the client with a heating pad to be applied for 45 minutes at a time 4. Support the client's desire to use exercise and a TENS unit for the pain at this time
The master gland of the body is the:
a. Thyroid gland b. Adrenal medulla c. Pituitary gland d. Pancreas
The nurse has formulated a nursing diagnosis of Impaired skin integrity related to poor hygienic practice, secondary to current living conditions. Which of the following data would support this diagnosis? (Select all that apply.)
______ Skin is dry, cracked ______ One large with several smaller open, ulcerated areas on right leg ______ Client does not drive ______ Client states that does not use alcohol or drugs ______ Clothes are soiled ______ Client has obvious body odor
A patient receiving alendronate to treat osteoporosis becomes discouraged due to perceiving "not feeling stronger bones yet" and states that he is going to stop taking the medication. Teaching for this patient should include
A. instructions to increase use of vitamin D to improve results of bone calcium levels B. instructions to increase caffeine and soda intake C. info regarding peak time for drug effectiveness, as this medication might take 1-3 months to reach full effect D. instructions for proper administration