Electrolyte imbalance - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Exam 4: NUR256 / NUR 256 (Latest 2024 / 2025 Update) Concepts of Mental Health Nursing Exam Review | Complete Guide with Questions and Verified Answers | 100% Correct - Galen Q: What are signs that eating habits are normalizing? Answer: They will start eating more on their own w/ out being told Q: What is a potentially lethal tx complication that can occur when severely malnourished pts are refed? Answer: refeeding syndrome need to consult dietician Q: What s/s will bulimia pt have? Answer: heal...

TEST BANK FOR NURSING | A CONCEPT BASED APPROACH TO LEARNING 4TH EDITION VOL.1&2&3 {PEARSON EDUCATION} REAL EXAM SET QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS LATEST UPDATE| ALREADY PASSED TABLE OF CONTENTS PART 1: BIOPHYSICAL MODULES Module 1: Acid - Base Balance The Concept of Acid - Base Balance 1.A Metabolic Acidosis 1.B Metabolic Alkalosis 1.C Respiratory Acidosis 1.D Respiratory Alkalosis Module 2: Cellular Regulation The Concept of Cellular Regulation 2.A Cancer 2.B Anemia 2.C Breast Can...

S/S Dehydration correct answer: - low grade fever - tachycardia - weak thready pulse - hypotension - orthostatic hypotension - decreased CVP - tachypnea - dizziness - sunken eyeballs S/S Fluid Overload correct answer: -Changes in pulse rate and respiratory rate -Lung sounds-crackles -Edema -Weight gain -Neck and hand vein distention -Confusion -Decreased Hgb, Hct, and Protein Sodium (Na) correct answer: 135-145 mEq/L Causes of Hyponatremia correct answer: Diuretics G...

Exam 2: NUR 2392 / NUR2392 (Latest 2024 / 2025 Update) Multidimensional Care II / MDC 2 | Questions and Verified Answers | 100% Correct | Grade A - Rasmussen Question: pH: 7.42, PaCO2: 55mmHg, HCO3: 32 mEq/L Answer: Metabolic alkalosis with full respiratory compensation Question: Which of the following electrolyte imbalances would be the priority to address in a client with end-stage renal failure Answer: Hyperkalemia Question: Which of the following lab tests does ...

Eating Disorder-Electrolyte Imbalances UNFOLDING Reasoning Case Study (Mandy White, 16 years old- Primary Concept Fluid and Electrolyte Balance)-Mandy White is a 16-year-old adolescent who has struggled with anorexia nervosa since the age of 11. She admits to drinking several large glasses of water daily. Mandy has also been recently engaging in self injurious behavior (SIB) of cutting both forearms and thighs with broken glass, causing numerous lacerations and scars. Mandy presents to the emer...

Exam 4: NUR256/ NUR 256 (Latest 2023/ 2024 Update) Concepts of Mental Health Nursing Exam Review| Complete Guide with Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct- Galen Q: What are signs that eating habits are normalizing? Answer: They will start eating more on their own w/ out being told Q: What is a potentially lethal tx complication that can occur when severely malnourished pts are refed? Answer: refeeding syndrome need to consult dietician Q: What s...

Electrolyte Imbalance EAQ Questions and Answers Graded A+ What can excessive sodium intake lead to? Hypertension and fluid retention What effect does fluid overload have on potassium levels? It can dilute potassium levels, leading to hypokalemia How does hypophosphatemia affect red blood cells? It leads to decreased oxygen delivery and impaired cellular metabolism What is the effect of hyperkalemia on nerve conduction? It decreases nerve impulse transmission, leading to weak...

Exam 3: NUR253 / NUR 253 (Latest 2024 / 2025 Update) Concepts of Mental Health Nursing Exam Review | Guide with Questions and Verified Answers | 100% Correct - Galen Q: illness anxiety disorder Answer: Characterized by extreme worry & fear about the possibility of having a disease. Which leads to frequent scanning of body for signs of illness **hypochondriac** Q: Factitious disorder Answer: (previously known as Munchausen syndrome) consciously pretend to be ill to get emotional needs met & attai...

Electrolyte Imbalances Questions and Answers Graded A+ What symptom might a patient experience if they have dangerously low calcium levels? Tingling around the lips and muscle cramps A) Increased urination B) Heightened energy levels C) Excessive hunger When a patient is suffering from hyperkalemia, what is the most significant risk to monitor for? A) Hair loss B) Stomach pain Cardiac arrhythmias D) Low energy Which electrolyte imbalance might cause a patient to feel lethargi...

Electrolyte Imbalance Exam 1: Questions and Answers Already Passed What is the primary cause of hyponatremia? Hyponatremia is primarily caused by an imbalance between sodium and water, leading to excess water in the body relative to sodium. How can hyperkalemia affect the heart? Hyperkalemia can cause abnormal heart rhythms, potentially leading to arrhythmias, which can be life-threatening. What is the role of potassium in the body? Potassium helps regulate fluid balance, muscle c...

Electrolyte Imbalances Multiple choice FA Davis Chapter 7 Graded A+ How does hypernatremia affect the body? A) Causes excessive urination B) Leads to confusion and thirst C) Increases potassium levels D) Causes muscle weakness What is the most common cause of hyponatremia? A) Excessive sodium intake B) Hyperthyroidism C) Excessive water intake D) Dehydration Which of the following is a symptom of hypercalcemia? A) Constipation and fatigue B) Increased muscle tone C) Diarrhea...