The nurse is reviewing lab results for a patient with hypoxemi
a. The nurse is aware that which of the following results may worsen the patient's hypoxemia? (Select all that apply.)
a. Low sodium levels
b. Low hemoglobin levels
c. Increased blood pH
d. Decreased blood pH
B, C
Hypoxemia is a deficiency of arterial blood oxygen. Decreased hemoglobin levels reduce the amount of oxygen transported to the cells. Acidemia (decreased blood pH) increases the ability of hemoglobin to release oxygen to the tissues. Alkalemia (increased blood pH) decreases the ability of hemoglobin to release oxygen to the tissues.
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a. Bladder irrigation decreases the risk of postoperative bleeding. b. Hydration and urine output are maintained by bladder irrigation. c. Antibiotics are infused continuously through the bladder irrigation. d. Bladder irrigation prevents obstruction of the catheter after surgery.
A client has an anxiety disorder. Which medication should a nurse anticipate being prescribed for this client's anxiety?
A) Chlorpromazine (Thorazine) B) Clozapine (Clozaril) C) Diazepam (Valium) D) Methylphenidate (Ritalin)
Attachment disorders result from:
a. Difficulties in peer/sibling relationships b. Childhood sexual abuse or rape c. Parental neglect and maltreatment d. Overly protective and affectionate parenting
Certain psychiatric diagnoses are associated with stereotypes. Which of the following actions ensures that the client's social identity is not discredited?
A) Refer to a client as a paranoid. B) Refer to a client as a schizophrenic. C) Refer to a client as X, who has a diagnosis of schizophrenia. D) Refer to a client as delusional and psychotic.