The major intracellular fluid (ICF) cation is:
A. Sodium
B. Potassium
C. Chloride
D. Bicarbonate
Answer: B. Potassium
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a. bend the knee. c. dorsiflex the foot. b. lower the leg. d. plantar flex the foot.
The nurse has recently moved to a state that has fully enacted a Physician Orders for Life Sustaining Treatment (POLST) program. How will this affect the nurse's practice?
1. It will have little effect since the program was developed for emergency medical service providers. 2. The program will provide research regarding best practice in end-of-life care for all health care providers, including nurses. 3. The document will provide insight into the patient's preferences for end-of-life care. 4. The document will provide the name of the person holding the patient's durable power of attorney.
The nurse has identified the nursing diagnosis of ineffective coping for a client with severe premenstrual syndrome. Which of the following should be included in this client's plan of care?
1. Encourage exercise and relaxation techniques 2. Suggest 4 ounces of wine each day 3. Instruct to avoid contraception during menstruation if engaging in sexual intercourse 4. Encourage frequent rest periods