The nurse is reviewing the results of laboratory and diagnostic tests conducted on a patient experiencing respiratory dysfunction. Which results confirm the nurse's suspicion that the patient has cystic fibrosis?
Select all that apply.
1. patchy infiltrates on chest x-ray
2. mediastinal shift on chest CT scan
3. oxygen saturation 82% on room air
4. chloride concentration of sweat 85 mEq/L
5. reduced total lung capacity from pulmonary function test
Correct Answer: 3, 4, 5
Cl− concentration in sweat is analyzed to confirm the diagnosis of cystic fibrosis. In CF, the Cl− concentration is > 70 mEq/L. ABGs and oxygen saturation levels show hypoxemia. Pulmonary function studies reveal reduced total lung capacity. Patchy infiltrates on chest x-ray would be associated with pneumonia. Mediastinal shift on chest CT scan is consistent with a tension pneumothorax.
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Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Young boys with this syndrome often have long arms and legs with large hands and feet. 2. Malformation of the elbows is a common finding in Turner syndrome. 3. Young women with Turner syndrome are often sexually underdeveloped. 4. People with Turner syndrome are sterile. 5. Webbing of the neck is a common physical finding associated with Turner syndrome.
A nurse is submitting a grant application to improve access to health care and mortality for minority groups. The grant focuses on the six causes of death that are identified as priorities for minorities, which include:
a. chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. b. malnutrition. c. cirrhosis of the liver. d. cancer.
A patient has an order to receive 10 units of U-50 insulin. The nurse is using a U-100 syringe. How many units should the nurse draw up in the syringe and administer?
a. 0.2 units b. 2 units c. 5 units d. 20 units
The nurse working in the role of educator with groups of clients may
a. Care for clients in acute care settings. b. Coordinate activities with staff members in community settings. c. Use learning principles to increase understanding about mental illness. d. Act as an advocate for mental health support groups.