Nsg 170 metabolism - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Insulin Hormone produced by the pancreas that helps to decrease blood sugar. Glucagon A protein hormone secreted by pancreatic endocrine cells that raises blood glucose levels; an antagonistic hormone to insulin. Cortisol stress hormone released by the adrenal cortex that raises blood sugar Euglycemia (normal) 70-140 mg/dL Hypoglycemia defined as state of insufficient glucose level Hypoglycemia <70 mg/dL <50 mg/dL (severe) Causes of hypoglycemia -insufficient nutritional intake -adve...

Hesi Pediatric Practice Exam 84 Questions with Verified Answers The nurse is giving pre-op instructions to a 14 yr old female scheduled for surgery to correct a spinal curvature. Which stmt best demonstrates that leaning has taken place? - CORRECT ANSWER "I understand that I will be in a body cast and I will show you how you taught me to turn" To take the v/s of a 4 month old, which ordered will give the most accurate results? - CORRECT ANSWER RR - HR - rectal temp During routine scr...

NSG 170 Test 3 Study Guide with Complete Solutions Hypokalemia - Answer️️ -<3.5 mEq/L Hypokalemia causes - Answer️️ -1. actual total body K+ loss - excessive med use (diuretics/corticosteroids) - increased secretion of aldosterone - vomiting, diarrhea - excessive diaphoresis 2. inadequate K+ intake 3. movement of K+ from ECF to ICF 4. dilution of serum K+ hypokalemia assessment - Answer️️ -- thready, weak, irregular pulse - orthostatic hypotension - shallow respiratio...

NSG 170 Final Exam Study Guide with Complete Solutions Dimensional Analysis Order: Ampicillin 1000mg PO Dose available: 500 mg tablets How many tablets will be given? - Answer️️ -2 tablets. -Start with what you want (tablets). -Put tab as the numerator. -Find something related to tablets in the problem and put it on the bottom as the denominator -Put the dose available (500 mg) as the denominator. -Get rid of mg by putting the order (1000 mg) as the second numerator. -Multiply to...

Hesi Pediatric Practice Exam 84 Questions with Verified Answers The nurse is giving pre-op instructions to a 14 yr old female scheduled for surgery to correct a spinal curvature. Which stmt best demonstrates that leaning has taken place? - CORRECT ANSWER "I understand that I will be in a body cast and I will show you how you taught me to turn" To take the v/s of a 4 month old, which ordered will give the most accurate results? - CORRECT ANSWER RR - HR - rectal temp During routine scr...

NSG 6005 Midterm Exam 1 2023 update 487questions & answers 100% correct   NSG 6005 Midterm Exam 1 2023 update 1. The first-line treatment for cough related to a upper respiratory infection in a five-year-old is: A. Fluids and symptomatic care B. Dextromethorphan and guaifenesin syrup (Robitussin DM for kids) C. Guaifenesin and codeine syrup (Tussin AC) D. Chlorpheniramine and dextromethorphan syrup (NyQuil for kids) 2. Pregnant patients with asthma may safely use throughout their p...

NSG 6005 Midterm Exam 1 2023 update 487questions & answers 100% correct   NSG 6005 Midterm Exam 1 2023 update 1. The first-line treatment for cough related to a upper respiratory infection in a five-year-old is: A. Fluids and symptomatic care B. Dextromethorphan and guaifenesin syrup (Robitussin DM for kids) C. Guaifenesin and codeine syrup (Tussin AC) D. Chlorpheniramine and dextromethorphan syrup (NyQuil for kids) 2. Pregnant patients with asthma may safely use throughout their p...

HESI PEDIATRIC PRACTICE EXAM WITH QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS (2023) The nurse is giving pre-op instructions to a 14 yr old female scheduled for surgery to correct a spinal curvature. Which stmt best demonstrates that leaning has taken place? - CORRECT ANSWER-"I understand that I will be in a body cast and I will show you how you taught me to turn" To take the v/s of a 4 month old, which ordered will give the most accurate results? - CORRECT ANSWER-RR - HR - rectal temp During ro...

NSG 6005 Midterm Exam 1 2023 update 487questions & answers 100% correct   NSG 6005 Midterm Exam 1 2023 update 1. The first-line treatment for cough related to a upper respiratory infection in a five-year-old is: A. Fluids and symptomatic care B. Dextromethorphan and guaifenesin syrup (Robitussin DM for kids) C. Guaifenesin and codeine syrup (Tussin AC) D. Chlorpheniramine and dextromethorphan syrup (NyQuil for kids) 2. Pregnant patients with asthma may safely use throughout their pre...