A student nurse is caring for a 65-year-old female admitted with chronic renal failure. In reviewing the client's laboratory values, which of the following results would the student
expect to find?
A) Hemoglobin 9 g/dl
B) Hemoglobin 15 g/dl
C) Hemoglobin 23 g/dl
D) Hemoglobin 12 g/dl
A
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What conditions predispose an older adult client to acute confusion or delirium? (Select all that apply.)
a. Alcoholism b. Chronic pain c. Acute infection d. Electrolyte imbalances e. Multi-infarct cerebrovascular disease f. Change in drug regimen
During an assessment of hydration status, the client tells the nurse that she drank 3 quarts of liquids the day before. What should the nurse ask next?
A. "Are the liquids hot or cold?" B. "How much salt do you add to your food?" C. "What kinds of liquids do you usually drink?" D. "Do you drink fluids with meals or between meals?"
A patient reports being uncomfortable as she rests in bed. She is in the supine position. What will you do to make her more comfortable?
What will be an ideal response?
Which of the following statements is accurate regarding exogenous acetylcholine?
1. Acetylcholine has almost no therapeutic effects because it is rapidly destroyed once given. 2. Acetylcholine is broken down rapidly within the body, preventing it from producing adverse effects. 3. Acetylcholine will cause the heart rate to increase and blood pressure to drop. 4. When given in small amounts, acetylcholine will produce profound parasympathetic effects.