The child's weight is 20 lb, and the height is 30 inches. What is the BSA? See the textbook for the nomogram
What will be an ideal response?
0.45 m2
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The client drinks one container of milk (1 cup), one container of juice (4 oz.), and a 6 oz. bowl of juice. Record the client's intake in mL
1. 210 mL 2. 540 mL 3. 420 mL 4. 240 mL
The nurse determines a client's treatment for hypoparathyroidism has been effective for correction of electrolyte imbalances when laboratory values indicate the:
A) calcium level has increased from 8.2 mg/dL to 8.9 mg/dL. B) calcium level has decreased from 8.6 mg/dL to 8.0 mg/dL. C) phosphate levels are 3.0 mg/dL. D) alkaline phosphate is within normal limits.
The number of serious injuries in children has doubled in the past year. Based on this information,the most appropriate community nursing diagnosis is
1. Noncompliance related toinappropriate use of child safety seats. 2. Risk for Injury related to inadequateuse of bicycle helmets. 3. Altered Family Processes relatedto hospitalization of an injured child. 4. Knowledge Deficit related to injuryprevention in children.
Which of the following statements by the new nurse best conveys an understanding of diabetes in older adults?
A) "A combination of lifestyle factors and age-related changes contributes to high rates of diabetes among older adults." B) "Development of diabetes later in life is considered a normal, age-related change." C) "Health care providers should avoid drawing conclusions about diabetes risk based on ethnicity." D) "The diagnosis of diabetes in older adults is complicated by subtle signs and symptoms."