Causes of hypernatremia - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

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TNCC final exam test 2024 open book actual questions and answers graded A+ Why is a measure of serum lactate obtained in the initial assessment of the trauma patient? Answer: c - a) to measure oxygenation and ventilation b) to quantify the base deficit for the adequacy of cellular perfusion c) *to gauge end-organ perfusion and tissue hypoxia ** d) to determine the underlying cause of shock A trauma patient is restless and repeatedly asking "where am I?" vital signs upon arrival we...

Exam 2: NR226/ NR 226 (2023/ 2024 Update) Fundamentals Patient Care Exam| Complete Guide with Verified Answers - Chamberlain QUESTION Hypernatremia Answer: Abnormally high sodium concentration in the blood -water deficit QUESTION What types of patients should you monitor for hypernatremia? Answer: Diabetes insipidus Osmotic diuresis -Large amount of perspiration and respiratory water output -Tube feedings, hypertonic parenteral fluids, or salt tablets -Dysfunction of os...

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Final Exam: BIO 117 / BIO 117 (Latest 2023/ 2024) Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology Exam | Complete Guide with Questions and Verified Answers| Grade A| Hondros Q: small hole in septum Answer: foramen ovale Q: collects nutrient rich, deoxygenated blood to the liver Answer: hepatic portal vein Q: excess sodium in the blood and is result of excess water loss Answer: hypernatremia Q: stimulates the reabsorption of sodium and water; stimulates the excret...

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ATI RN Concept-Based Assessment, Proctored Exam for Level 2 Complete Test Bank Includes Online Practice Question:-A nurse is assessing a client who has been taking antacids frequently for gastrointestinal distress. The assessment findings include drowsiness, muscle weakness, bradycardia, and hypotension. Which of the following electrolyte imbalance should the nurse suspect? a. hypophosphatemia b. hypochloremia c. hypomagnesemia d. hypernatremia {{Correct Ans- c The nurse should identi...

S/S Dehydration correct answer: - low grade fever - tachycardia - weak thready pulse - hypotension - orthostatic hypotension - decreased CVP - tachypnea - dizziness - sunken eyeballs S/S Fluid Overload correct answer: -Changes in pulse rate and respiratory rate -Lung sounds-crackles -Edema -Weight gain -Neck and hand vein distention -Confusion -Decreased Hgb, Hct, and Protein Sodium (Na) correct answer: 135-145 mEq/L Causes of Hyponatremia correct answer: Diuretics G...

Test Bank For Gould's Pathophysiology for the Health Professions 7th Edition Van Meter and Hubert Chapter 1-28 | Newest Version. The best definition of the term prognosis is the a. precipitating factors causing an acute episode. b. number of remissions to be expected during the course of a chronic illness. c. predicted outcome or likelihood of recovery from a specific disease. d. exacerbations occurring during chronic illness. ANS: C 4. Which of the following is considered a systemic sign...

FLUID AND ELECTROLYTES PART 2 EXAM 3 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2024 A+ Hyponatremia - ANS--serum sodium less than 135 -swelling of the cells causes of hyponatremia - ANS-water intoxication, SIADH, losses by: vomiting, diarrhea, sweating, diuretics manifestations of hyponatremia - ANS-confusion, low bp, edema, muscle cramps and weakness, dry skin, poor skin turgor, abd cramping cerebral edema can cause - ANS-seizures medical management of hyponatremia - ANS-water restriction, sodium replac...