Nursnurs 3360 - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

2. A newly diagnosed paraplegic client who suffered an automobile accident appears to have control of bladder emptying. The health care provider explains this process to the client/family stating, “This function is allowing the motor component of the neural reflex to assist with bladder emptying and is primarily controlled by the: A) Parasympathetic division of the ANS.” B) Sympathetic division of the ANS.” C) Somatic nervous system.” D) Hypogastric nervous system.” Ans: A Fee...

1. A diabetic client with a history of hypertension may receive a prescription for which medication to provide a renal protective effect by reducing intraglomerular pressure? Select all that apply. A) Loop diuretics B) ACE inhibitors C) Angiotensin receptor blockers D) Calcium channel blockers E) A digitalis preparation Ans: B, C Feedback: The ACE inhibitors and ARBs reduce the effects of angiotensin II on renal blood flow. They also reduce intraglomerular pressure and may have a rena...

1. An adult client has been diagnosed with polycystic kidney disease. Which of the client's following statements demonstrates an accurate understanding of this diagnosis? A) “I suppose I really should have paid more attention to my blood pressure.” B) “I've always been prone to getting UTIs, and now I know why.” C) “I suppose I should be tested to see if my children might inherit this.” D) “I had a feeling that I was taking too many medications, and now I know the damage they...

3. A newborn is admitted to the hospital with a high bilirubin level of 13 mg/dL. The assessment data related to this lab value includes: Select all that apply. A) Yellowish discoloration of the skin B) Colicky, intermittent pain associated with formula feeding C) Xanthomas D) Yellowing of the sclera of the eye E) Dark-colored urine