A neonate has had several episodes of vomiting. The arterial blood gas results are: pH 7.53; PCO2 42 mmHg; PO2 56 mmHg; Base excess 33 mEq/L. This blood gas represents:
a. borderline normal findings
b. compensated metabolic acidosis
c. metabolic alkalosis
Answer: c. metabolic alkalosis
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a. Assess for possible galactorrhea with breast discharge. b. Note the possibility of a testicular tumor. c. Communicate to the provider that results were normal. d. Prepare the client for further diagnostic testing.
The nurse explains that the maternity cycle is divided into three periods. The intrapartal period covers:
a. beginning of pregnancy to midterm. b. conception to third trimester. c. onset of labor to delivery of the baby. d. onset of labor to delivery of the placenta.
The nurse is documenting in the medical record of a client requiring protective precautions. Which should the nurse include in the documentation for this client?
1. Type of protective precautions taken 2. Use of clean gloves when changing wound dressing 3. Use of a mask when client requires droplet precautions 4. Performance of hand hygiene
Which statement about glucocorticoids is the most accurate?
a. They influence carbohydrate, lipid, and protein metabolism. b. They are produced in decreased amounts during times of stress. c. They decrease serum sodium and glucose levels. d. They stimulate defense mechanisms to produce immunity.