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The nurse is caring for a client with syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH), which is manifested by which symptoms? A. Loss of thirst, weight gain. Correct B. Dependent edema, fever. C. Polydipsia, polyuria. D. Hypernatremia, tachypnea. SIADH occurs when the posterior pituitary gland releases too much ADH, causing water retention, a urine output of less than 20 ml/hour, and dilutional hyponatremia. Other indications of SIADH are loss of thirst, weight gain (A), irritabil...

AH2 Med Surg Quiz Updated Latest 2023 | Complete Rated 100%. Which reaction should the nurse identify in a client who is responding to stimulation of the sympathetic nervous system? A. Pupil constriction. B. Increased heart rate. Correct C. Bronchial constriction. D. Decreased blood pressure. Any stressor that is perceived as threatening to homeostasis acts to stimulate the sympathetic nervous system and manifests as a flight-or-fight response, which includes an increase in heart rate (...

AH2 Med Surg Quiz Updated Latest 2023 | Complete Rated 100%. Which reaction should the nurse identify in a client who is responding to stimulation of the sympathetic nervous system? A. Pupil constriction. B. Increased heart rate. Correct C. Bronchial constriction. D. Decreased blood pressure. Any stressor that is perceived as threatening to homeostasis acts to stimulate the sympathetic nervous system and manifests as a flight-or-fight response, which includes an increase in heart rate (...

AH2 Med Surg Quiz Updated Latest 2023 | Complete Rated 100% Healthcare workers must protect themselves against becoming infected with HIV. The Center for Disease Control has issued guidelines for healthcare workers in relation to protection from HIV. These guidelines include which recommendation? A. Place HIV positive clients in strict isolation and limit visitors. B. Wear gloves when coming in contact with the blood or body fluids of any client. Correct C. Conduct mandatory HIV testing o...

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