Which of these elements is the major electrolyte in intracellular fluid?
a. chloride c. potassium
b. magnesium d. sodium
C
Potassium, the major electrolyte in intracellular fluid, maintains normal nerve and muscle activity and osmotic pressure within the cells and aids in the cellular metabolism of carbohydrates and proteins.
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1. High protein 2. Low fat 3. Low fiber 4. Sodium restricted
The nurse is caring for an elderly client of another race who was medically diagnosed with early osteoporosis. Which intervention is most applicable for this client?
1. Institute an exercise plan that includes weight-bearing activities 2. Increase the amount of calcium in the client's diet 3. Protect the client's bones with strict bed rest 4. Provide the client with assisted range of motion exercising twice daily
In a standardized multiple regression equation, a beta weight is associated with a:
a. z score for the corresponding predictor variable b. z score for the dependent variable c. Raw score for the corresponding predictor variable d. Raw score for the dependent variable
An unusually high number of patients are coming into the emergency department with complaints of nausea, vomiting, and severe headache. What should be done with this information?
A. Contact the Infection Control Department and Laboratory Medicine. B. Call for more staffing to handle all the patients. C. Close the emergency department. D. No further action is needed at this time.