Sodium depletion - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Examine the production and action of hormones produced by the thyroid, pancreas, and adrenal glands. a. Thyroid:  Regulated by TSH  Low thyroid hormone level  release of thyroid-releasing factor release of TSH  release of more T3 and T4  T3 and T4:  Increase metabolism  Affect RR and oxygen utilization  Regulates body heat production  Conditions may cause heart failure  Possible to have been in thyroid failure x3 months before symptoms occur d/t stora...

NURSING 5140 All SG Questions Combined (Module 1-12) Study Questions And 100% Verified Answers 2023. Module 1 Study Questions Altered Cellular & Tissue Biology Ch. 2 1. Compare and contrast cellular injury and adaptation. 1. Compare and Contrast cellular injury and adaptation. Cellular Adaptation  Cellular adaptation is an alteration that enables the cell to maintain a steady state called homeostasis despite adverse conditions. It is the cells response to protect itself from injur...

aldosterone is influenced by what? - ANSWERcirculating blood volume, blood pressure, plasma concentrations of sodium and potassium what is released when circulating blood volume of BP is decreased or sodium is decreased or potassium is increased? - ANSWERrenin is secreted and released by the kidneys renin stimulates the release of what? - ANSWERangiotensin what are thirst receptors called? - ANSWERosmolality receptors what are osmolality receptors stimulated by? - ANSWERhyperosmolali...

Furosemide (Lasix) - Answer - Therapeutic class: drug for heart failure and HTN - Pharmacologic class: diuretic (loop type) - Mechanism of action: Treatment of acute heart failure by removing large amounts of excess fluid in a short time period. Prevents reabsorption of sodium and chloride in the nephron loop. - OD treatment: replacement of fluids and electrolytes, possible administration of vasopressor, such as norepinephrine. - Adverse/side effects: potential electrolyte imbalances (hyp...

Which of the following foods would be the best source of zinc for Jewish clients who observe dietary laws? A. Roast Turkey B. Stuffed Pork Chops C. Whole Wheat Bread D. Frozen Green Beans - A. Roast Turkey Why: Jewish Dietary law restrict pork and zinc is found in mainly in red meat and poultry. Other good sources of zinc include beans, nuts, and certain types of seafood, whole grains, fortified breakfast cereals and dairy products. However, the phytates in whole-grains, cereals, and ...

A client is scheduled for hydrotherapy for a burn dressing change. Which action should the nurse take to ensure that the client is comfortable during the procedure? 1. Ensure that the client is appropriately dressed 2. Administer an opioid analgesic 30 to 60 minutes before therapy 3. Schedule the therapy at a time when the client generally takes a nap 4. Assign an assistive personnel (AP) to stay with the client during the procedure (Ans- 2 Rationale: The client should receive pain medica...

To establish hemodynamic monitoring for a patient, the nurse zeros the a. cardiac output monitoring system to the level of the left ventricle. b. pressure monitoring system to the level of the catheter tip in the patient. c. pressure monitoring system to the level of the atrium, or the phlebostatic axis. d. pressure monitoring system to the level of the atrium, or the midclavicular line - Answer - c The hemodynamic changes the nurse expects to find after successful initiation of intr...

HLT 230 FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS (ALREADY GRADED A+) Which of the following is a feature of potassium - Answer liberal intakes may correct hypertension Which of the following is a symptom of potassium deficiency - Answer lowered blood pressure What amount of salt provides the tolerable upper intake level for sodium - Answer 1 teaspoon Which of the following people are at a known risk for potassium depletion - Answer those who ingest low amounts of fresh fruits/veget...

Ati Rn Fundamentals Online Practice 2024 A Questions And Answers 100% Solved A nurse is administering 1 L of 0.9% sodium chloride to a client who is postoperative and has fluid volume deficit. Which of the following changes should the nurse identify as an indication that the treatment was successful? Increase in hematocrit increase in respiratory rate Decrease in heart rate Decrease in capillary refill time ️️Correct Answer: Decrease in heart rate Fluid volume deficit causes t...

1. Stages of CKD: o Stages - 5 stages 80 - 120 ml/min § 1: Kidney damage (protein in the urine) and Normal GFR > 90 § 2: Mild decrease in GFR 60 - 89 § 3a: Mild-Mod. GFR 45 - 59 § 3b: Mod-severe GFR 30 - 44 § 4: Severe decrease GFR 15 - 29 § 5: ESRD GFR < 15, uremia, cardiovascular disease. 2. Prerenal renal failure: Characterized by diminished renal perfusion resulting from a decrease in blood supply to the kidneys: NO NEPHRON damage - Decreased blood supply; intravascular ...