The nurse is reviewing the pt's hx, assessment findings, and lab results for a pt with suspected kidney problems. which manifestations is the main feature of nephrotic syndrome?
a. flank asymmetry
b. proteinuria greater than 3.5 g of protein in 24 hours
c. serum sodium 148 mmol/L
d. serum cholesterol (total) 190 mg/dL
Answer: b. proteinuria greater than 3.5 g of protein in 24 hours
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A) True B) False
A male infant is brought into the clinic because of colic-like symptoms. The mother states he acts like something is hurting. After eating, he vomits most of the feeding and then assumes a fetal position
He is also not gaining weight. The nurse practitioner is thinking that he is displaying clinical manifestations of obstruction and may have which of the following medical diagnoses? A) Duodenal ulceration B) Constipation C) Pyloric stenosis D) Erosive esophagitis
A nurse is interviewing a client who recently attempted suicide. Which question is appropriate for the nurse to ask the client?
A) "Do you currently have a plan for killing yourself?" B) "Why would you think about hurting yourself?" C) "Have you thought about hurting yourself?" D) "Do you ever think about hurting yourself?"
How can the nurse help the mother who is breastfeeding and has engorged breasts?
a. Suggest that she switch to bottled formula just for today. b. Assist her into removing her bra, making her more comfortable. c. Apply heat to her breasts between feeding and cold to the breasts just before feedings. d. Instruct and assist the mother to massage her breasts.