The nurse is reviewing the laboratory results of a client with muscle cramps. The electrolyte most likely out of balance is

1. Sodium
2. Potassium
3. Calcium
4. Bicarbonate


3
Rationale: Hyponatremia may be manifested as muscle weakness

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1. Diabetes 2. Cancer 3. Asthma 4. Autism

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After a lengthy labor and delivery, a client suddenly complains of chest pain and dyspnea. The client is cyanotic, has tachycardia and blood pressure decreased to 78/36 mmHg

Based on these assessment findings, which health problem is the client experiencing? 1. Infection 2. Placenta accreta 3. Hypertensive crisis 4. Amniotic fluid embolus

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The purpose of the quality assurance (QA) committee is to

A) write deficiencies of the staff. B) create a good paper trail. C) identify and correct problems. D) develop material safety data sheets.

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Specific procedures used to prevent the spread of infection are

A) universal isolation. B) isolation standards. C) work practice controls. D) drainage and secretion techniques.

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