Which should the nurse understand the reason sodium bicarbonate is prescribed for a client that has overdosed on aspirin?
A. Prevention of ulceration of the gastrointestinal tract
B. Prevention of bleeding
C. Promotes renal excretion
D. Promotes detoxification in the liver
Answer: C
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A. Red clay is rich in iron. B. Pica is an accepted cultural practice. C. Dirt is high in calcium. D. Starch is sweet and dry.
A client with a bipolar disorder arrives at the emergency department disheveled, arguing with family members. The nurse recognizes that the family is suffering from an objective family burden
To which is this burden related? A) The client's symptomatic behaviors B) Family conflict C) Anger D) Caregiving problems
The nurse needs to prepare a solution for client care. How many 25 gram tablets are needed to prepare 1000 mL of a 60% solution?
1. 12 2. 18 3. 24 4. 32
A woman is diagnosed with having a stillborn. At first, she appears stunned by the news, cries a little, and then asks you to call her mother. The phase of bereavement the woman is experiencing is called:
1. anticipatory grief. 2. acute distress. 3. intense grief. 4. reorganization.