Laboratory tests reveal the following electrolyte values for Mr. Smith: Na 135 mEq/L, Ca 8.5 mg/dL, Cl 102 mEq/L, and K 2.0 mEq/L. Which of the following values should the nurse report to the physician because of its potential risk to the client?
Which of the following statements by a client indicates adequate understanding of preparation for a lipoprotein fractionation test?
The nurse has completed client teaching about introducing solid foods to an infant. To evaluate teaching, the nurse asks the mother to identify an appropriate first solid food. Which of the following is an appropriate response?
Which of the following isoenzymes is elevated in a client who has had a myocardial infarction?
A client with a nasogastric (NG) tube begins vomiting. What action should the nurse take?
Which cultural group has the highest incidence of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)?
Nail and foot care are essential in meeting basic hygiene needs of clients. Important assessments by the nurse in this area include:
Which of the following is not a primary function of the kidneys?
A client who recently lost 50 pounds just received news that she is pregnant. A possible nursing diagnosis is:
What are the implications for a client with renal insufficiency who wants to start a low-carbohydrate (CHO) diet?
All of the following are clinical manifestations indicating male climacteric except:
All of the following clients are in need of an emergency assessment except:
Which of the following viruses is most likely to be acquired through casual contact with an infected individual?
When a client who is 25 years of age asks the nurse when she should seek fertility counseling, the best response by the nurse is:
Nurses should understand the chain of infection because it refers to:
