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NU155 Exam 4 Practice Questions and Answers which of the following is true regarding arthrocentesis? - Ans:--removes blot, pus, or fluid from synovial (joint) cavity -need consent form -RICE is used to tx post-procedure Which of the following is true regarding bone scans? - Ans:--isotope is excreted in feces & urine w/in 24 hrs (Increase fluids PO) -requires consent form -metal most be removed/pt lie still during -IV radioactive isotope is used which is true regarding strains? - Ans:-...

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EXAM 1 MED-SURG NU155 PRACTICE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS What are the 4 major functions of water? - ans:-1. Intracellular and extracellular transport 2. Heat regulation 3. Maintain ph balance 4. Aids in digestion What is the largest portion of our body weight? - ans:-water What percentage of body weight is water in an infant? - ans:-77% What percentage of body weight is water in the elderly? - ans:-45% Who is most likely to experience severe consequences of minor imbalances of water? - ans...

NU155 Exam 1 Practice Questions and Answers Your patient has chronic renal failure with muscle weakness, paresthesias, and depression. What electrolyte is imbalanced? - Ans:-Hypermagnesemia What is your greatest concern for a patient with burns? - Ans:-Vital signs will increase significantly A patient has a K of 6, what is your first intervention? - Ans:-Do an EKG Nursing diagnosis for an obese female with severe vomiting and diarrhea. - Ans:-Dehydration Patient has a K of 2.9 and needs K...