A patient is admitted with high BUN and creatinine levels, low blood pH, and elevated serum potassium level. Based on these laboratory findings the nurse suspects which diagnosis?
a. Cystitis
b. Renal Calculi
c. Enuresis
d. Renal Failure
D
Elevated BUN, creatinine, and serum potassium levels and low blood pH are signs of renal failure. Cystitis is an infection of the bladder and would not result in abnormal renal function. Renal calculi typically produce blood in the urine but do not lead to marked renal dysfunction and failure. Enuresis is involuntary urination, particularly common in children, and does not produce renal dysfunction. The cause of enuresis is often emotional, developmental, or trauma related.
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The nurse has many responsibilities in the care of patients. What are the most important components of this care?
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. Following physician orders exactly as written. 2. Communicating with others regarding patient care. 3. Adequately and efficiently assessing the patient. 4. Monitoring the patient throughout the care encounter. 5. Selecting correct staff to provide patient care.
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What will be an ideal response?