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
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
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.
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.