You insert a Foley catheter and take careful note of the amount and appearance of M.C.'surine
Why?
Myoglobinuria caused by the breakdown of skeletal muscle (from the prolonged time on her kitchen
floor) places the kidneys at great risk for failure. It is important to monitor the urine color, amount,
pH, and myoglobin. A dark, tea-colored urine may indicate myoglobinuria.
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A patient is pacing the hall near the nurses' station, swearing loudly. An appropriate initial intervention for the nurse would be to address the patient by name and say:
a. "Please quiet down.". b. "Hey, what's up?" c. "You seem upset. Tell me about it.". d. "You need to go to your room to get control of yourself.".
The recommended diet for patients with hepatitis is a well-balanced diet with
a. low protein content. b. supplemental electrolytes. c. no alcoholic beverages. d. limited amounts of alcohol.
A home health nurse's patient caseload is ethnically diverse. Which interventions show understanding of cultural variables?Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.
A. Discussing cultural preferences for herbs and spices and possible alternatives when drug interactions are possible B. Assessing the client's response to acupuncture for pain C. Discussing the client's beliefs regarding treatment D. Notifying the healthcare provider of the client's intentions to consult with a medicine man for spiritual guidance E. Removing the client's collection of herbs to decrease the risk of an adverse effect when taken with Western medicine
A patient has had diagnostic tests to assess uric acid levels. The tests reveal that levels are elevated. The nurse should consider the patient's intake of what to potentially explain excessive levels?
a. Protein b. Calcium c. Leafy green vegetables d. Glucose