The nurse assesses the client for the electrolyte imbalance that tends to occur in the earlier stages of chronic renal failure, which is
a. hypercalcemia.
b. hypocalcemia.
c. hypokalemia.
d. hyponatremia.
C
The tubular salt-wasting properties of some failing kidneys, in addition to vomiting and diarrhea, may cause hyponatremia. Late in the disease the problem becomes hypernatremia.
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The nurse has closed the interview with the client and observes that the client appears to have something else to say. What statement made by the nurse can provide an opportunity for the client to express concerns and ask questions?
A) "Use your call bell if you need anything." B) "I don't know what else I could tell you, this about covers all of it." C) "Well that is all I have for you. Let me know if you need anything." D) "Do you have any questions or concerns that we have not discussed?"
Which remarks by a 72-year-old patient should prompt the nurse to assess for depression? Select all that apply
a. "Lately I have had a lot of aches and pains and just haven't felt very well." b. "My appetite is better than usual, and I am sleeping about 9 hours a night." c. "People are in and out of my room all day and all night taking my things." d. "Don't ask me to eat. I can't because my stomach is upset all the time." e. "Life is more organized now that I don't live in my own home."
The nurse is teaching a group of caregivers who have children with asthma about triggers. Which statement is the most accurate regarding the triggers that may cause an asthmatic attack?
A) "My neighbor told me that asthma attacks are caused by hot weather." B) "I always thought that a lack of exercise caused my child's asthma." C) "My sister and her family love animals, and when we go to their house my daughter always has an asthma attack." D) "One person told me that asthma is caused by using antibiotics for infection."
An infant with diarrhea is dehydrated. IV fluids have been ordered to restore fluid balance. The most effective device used to prevent fluid overload is:
a. A precision-controlled syringe pump b. A piggyback setup c. A tunneled IV catheter d. A 15-drop infusion set