Paresthesias - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Chapter: Final Multiple Choice 1. A 65-year-old man is admitted to the intensive care unit from the operating room after a triple coronary artery bypass graft. He is intubated and on a ventilator. Lactic acid levels were normal postoperatively, but now they are rising. The increased level could be an indication of: A) excessive sedation. B) bowel ischemia. C) excessive volume infusion in the operating room. D) mild hypothermia postoperatively. Ans: B Complexity: Moderate Ahead: Basic ...

NUR 1211 Medical Surgical Final Exam- Questions and Answers; International College of Health Sciences 2023/2024 1. A client with diabetes mellitus is experiencing polyphagia. Which outcome statement is the priority for this client? a. Fluid and electrolyte balance. b. Prevention of water toxicity. c. Reduced glucose in the urine. d. Adequate cellular nourishment. - ANSWER-D Rationale Diabetes mellitus Type 1 is characterized by hyperglycemia that precipitates glucosuria and poly...

Midterm Exam: NR547/ NR 547 (Latest 2023/ 2024) Differential Diagnosis in Psychiatric-Mental Health Across the Lifespan Practicum Exam Review| Complete Guide with Questions and Verified Answers- Chamberlain Q: Social Anxiety Disorder Answer: While it is common to feel nervous in some social situations, social anxiety disorder (also called social phobia) is a condition in which typical, everyday social interactions cause significant anxiety, self-consciousness, fear of embarrassment, or ...

ATI Med Surg test questions Fluid and Electrolytes Balance and Disturbance-With 100% verified solutions- Answer Key Question 1: (see full question) An elderly client takes 40 mg of Lasix twice a day. Which electrolyte imbalance is the most serious adverse effect of diuretic use? You selected: Hypokalemia Correct Explanation: Hypokalemia (potassium level below 3.5 mEq/L) usually indicates a defict in total potassium stores. Potassium-losing diuretics, such as loop diuretics, can ind...

NUR 631 CARDIO/PUL EXAM 2 REVIEW QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS, RATED A+ What are the physical exam findings of pneumonia? - Consolodation - Positive egophony - Positive bronchophony - Positive whispered pectoriliquy - Increased tactile fremitus When would you hear late inspiratory crackles in the dependent portions of the lungs? Left sided heart failure (interstitial edema) When would the trachea be shifted towards the involved side in someone with pulmonary symptoms? Atelectasis When woul...

ATI RN Concept-Based Assessment Level 2 Proctored exam Complete and verified. A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has diabetes mellitus and a new prescription for extended-release metformin. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the teaching? a- "I will avoid drinking grapefruit juice." b- "I will chew the medication if I can't swallow it whole." c- "I will call the doctor if I have muscle pain in my back." d- "I will take this medication...

The nurse recognizes that which intervention is unlikely to facilitate effective communication between a dying client and family? a. The nurse encourages the client and family to identify and discuss feelings openly. b. The nurse assists the client and family in carrying out spiritually meaningful practices. c. The nurse maintains a calm attitude and one of acceptance when the family or client expresses anger. d. The nurse makes decisions for the client and family to relieve them of unneces...

Final Exam: FNP654/ FNP 654: Family Primary Care II Exam | Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct| Grade A (Latest 2024/ 2025 Update) - GCU Q: Which monitoring parameters are necessary when caring for a patient with Guillain-Barre syndrome? Select all that apply. Answer: Bladder scans Cardiac telemetry Fever Vital capacity measures Q: Following an upper respiratory infection, a patient begins to develop ataxia and distal paresthesias, along with oculomotor symptoms and ...

135-145 - ANSWER-normal sodium levels 3.5-5 - ANSWER-normal potassium levels 8.5-10.5 - ANSWER-normal calcium levels 1.7-2.2 - ANSWER-normal magnesium levels 2.5-4.5 - ANSWER-normal phosphorus levels hyponatremia - ANSWER-this electrolyte abnormality results in lethargy, n/v, lethargy, and abdominal cramping; if extremely low- risk for seizures with correction hypernatremia - ANSWER-this electrolyte abnormality results in disorientation, thirst, and weakness sodium - ANSWER-...

Introductory Clinical Pharmacology 12th Edition by Susan M Ford 1. A client with thyrotoxicosis is prescribed levothyroxine. The nurse would prioritize which finding on assessment? a. Tachycardia b. Agranulocytosis c. Loss of hair d. Skin rash Answer: A Rationale: The nurse should monitor for tachycardia, palpitations, headache, nervousness, insomnia, diarrhea, vomiting, weight loss, fatigue, sweating, and flushing as adverse reactions after administering levothyroxine to a client...

FLUID AND ELECTROLYTES PART 2 EXAM 3 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2024 A+ Hyponatremia - ANS--serum sodium less than 135 -swelling of the cells causes of hyponatremia - ANS-water intoxication, SIADH, losses by: vomiting, diarrhea, sweating, diuretics manifestations of hyponatremia - ANS-confusion, low bp, edema, muscle cramps and weakness, dry skin, poor skin turgor, abd cramping cerebral edema can cause - ANS-seizures medical management of hyponatremia - ANS-water restriction, sodium replac...