Which client is most likely to exhibit the following ABG results: pH, 7.30; PaCO2, 49; HCO , 26; PO2, 76?
A. Client with kidney failure
B. Client taking hydromorphone (Dilaudid)
C. Client with anxiety disorder
D. Client with hyperkalemia
Ans: B. Client taking hydromorphone (Dilaudid)
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a. discusses with the patient changes that happened during the relationship and evaluates outcomes. b. gives the patient the nurse's cell phone number and permission to call after discharge. c. avoids upsetting the patient by shifting focus to other patients before the patient's discharge. d. offers to meet the patient for conversation after discharge.
A client is concerned about passing on her endocrine disorder to her children. The nurse responds by discussing which of the following significant promises for the future in endocrinology? Select all that apply
1. Genetic etiology 2. Genetic counseling 3. Gene therapy 4. Genetic screening of infants 5. Immunizations
The nurse is reviewing with the high school students the structures of the male reproductive system and their functions. What would be the best explanation by the nurse about the function of the testes?
A) Location of final stages of maturation of sperm cells B) Produce spermatozoa and secrete sex hormones C) Transport sperm to the ejaculatory duct D) Produce semen, the fluid medium for sperm
Janie is a student nurse who is caring for Mrs. Kinney, a 67-year-old patient with rheumatoid arthritis. Mrs. Kinney states that she has pain, is having difficulty sleeping, and has lost weight over the past 2 months
What is the most important question for Janie to ask Mrs. Kinney? A. "Have you started a new diet?" B. "Have you ever thought of suicide?" C. "What are you taking for your pain?" D. "Do you take naps during the day?"