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1. Allergic to bananasallergic to latex 2. A pt is admitted with diabetes mellitus, malnutrition, and cellulitis. The pt K lvl is 5.6.The RN understands that what could be contributing factors for this lab result SATA a. The lvl may be ↑ as a result of dehydration that accompanies hyperglycemia b. Pt may be excreting extra Na and retaining K because of malnutrition c. The lvl is consistent with renal insufficiency that develop with renal nephropathy d. The lvl may be raised as a result...

fluid volume excess also another word for ? - HYPERvolemia definition of fluid volume excess - too much fluid in the vascular space ( any vessel in our body ex: vein , artery) what are 2 causes of fluid volume excess? - heart failure - renal failure heart failure ( HF) means what? - the heart is weak - the cardiac output is DOWN - kidney perfusion is DOWN - urinary output is DOWN - the volume stays in the vascular space renal failure( RF) means what? - kidne...

MN 568 Midterm Exam Questions and Answers Latest Update 2023/2024 | 100% Verified Answers. A 64-year-old man with type 2 diabetes presents to the clinic with the complaint of “my feet feel like they are on fire.” He has a loss of vibratory sense, +1 Achilles reflex, and a tack embedded in his left heel. Which of the following would be an appropriate treatment? a. Tricyclic antidepressants b. Capsaicin cream c. Vitamin B12 injections d. Insulin ____ 9. After removing a tack from a type...

Fluid Volume Excess/Hypervolemia - Too much fluid in the vascular space Causes of FVE: (3) - Heart Failure Renal Failure Sodium Heart Failure characteristics - Heart is weak; cardiac output decreases decreased kidney perfusion; urinary output decreases Volume stays in the vascular space Three things with a lot of sodium - Effervescent soluble medications (Alka-seltzer) Canned/processed foods IVF with sodium 3 Main Hormonal Regulation of Fluid Volume - Aldosterone...

NGN NCLEX Review 2023 Normal Sodium level - ANS-135-145 Hyponatremia - ANS-low sodium in the blood Chronic: Anorexia, Nausea, Emesis, Muscular, Weakness, Irritability Severe: gait changes, stupor, seizures, coma causes of hyponatremia - ANS-Causes of hyponatremia: Diuretics-Thiazide Drugs Dietary Changes,Low Na diet, Excessive water intake with sweating Fad diets, Anorexia nervosa. GI vomiting, diarrhea, GI suctioning, Tap water enemas,diuretics, kidney disease Treatments for hyponat...

What is a sex-linked disorder? correct answers -An affected male inherits the gene from the mother and can transmit it only to the daughters -There is a 50% chance the mother will pass the trait to each of her children Ex.) hemophillia How do you accurately suction from an endotracheal tube? correct answers -Insert catheter until resistance is met -Withdrawal 1 to 2 cm *Use a twirling motion when withdrawing the catheter *Apply INTERMITTENT suctioning while removing the catheter i...

Docusate sodium (Colace) - Stool softener Treats constipation associated with dry, hard stools and decreases intestional motility Promotes water in stool Take at breakfast Increase fluids & short term use only irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) - Hypersensitivity of bowel walls Sometimes caused by stress or food (no exact cause) Alterations in bowel elimination, abdominal pain, bloating Medications to relieve symptoms & psychotherapy Keep food diary & avoid trigger foods Bowel obstruction ...

fluid volume excess also another word for ? - correct answer - HYPERvolemia definition of fluid volume excess - correct answer - too much fluid in the vascular space ( any vessel in our body ex: vein , artery) what are 2 causes of fluid volume excess? - correct answer - heart failure - renal failure heart failure ( HF) means what? - correct answer - the heart is weak - the cardiac output is DOWN - kidney perfusion is DOWN - urinary output is DOWN - the volume stays in the vascu...

HESI Exit Actual Updated Questions and Answers 2024;View ahead of exam 100% correct   HESI Exit Actual Updated Questions and Answers 2024;View ahead of exam 100% correct 1. An adult who has recurrent episodes of depression tells the nurse that the prescribed antidepressant needs to be discontinued because the client is feeling better after taking the medication for the past couple of weeks and does not like the side effects. Which response is best for the nurse to provide. a. Remind th...

Hondros 212 exam 3 latest 2023 already passed subclinical hyperthyroidism lab values TSH below 0.4 T3 and T4 normal overt hyperthyroidism labs no TSH elevated T3 and T4 graves disease is a common form of hyperthyroidism. it can destruct the thyroid tissue, which can lead to hypothyroidism skin/hair/nails for a hyperactive thyroid pt warm, smooth, moist THIN brittle nails patchy hair loss with fine silky hair clubbing of fingers skin/hair/nails for hypoactive thyroid patient dry, thick, inels...