vSim: Fundamentals Scenario Rashid
Ahmed
Which statement concerning fluid balance demonstrates a need for additional
instruction concerning fluid intake and output? - ANS The balance between fluid intake
and output must be achieved each day to maintain homeostasis.
Reduced skin turgor is characteristically altered among which population? - ANS Older
adults
Which statement concerning the measurement of intake and output is true? - ANS
When possible, intake and output should be measured rather than estimated.
Which statement by the nurse indicates a need for further education on the role of water
as a body fluid? - ANS Water is transported to cells when it is attached to electrolytes.
Hyponatremia is associated with a decrease of which electrolyte? - ANS Sodium
What determines the acidity of a substance like body fluids? - ANS The number of
existing H+ ions
Which diagnostic test serves as the basis for determining acid-base imbalances? - ANS
Arterial blood gas (ABG)
What pathology is responsible for metabolic acidosis? - ANS A decrease in bicarbonate
or an increase in hydrogen icons
Hypokalemia is confirmed by what serum blood result? - ANS Potassium 3.0 mEq/L
Considering Mr. Ahmed's diagnosis of dehydration and the possibility of neurological
impairment, which nursing intervention is directed toward minimizing his risk for possible
injury? - ANS Implementing falls precaution
Which of Mr. Ahmed's lab results best supports his diagnosis of dehydration? - ANS
Sodium: 130 mEq/L
Ahmed
Which statement concerning fluid balance demonstrates a need for additional
instruction concerning fluid intake and output? - ANS The balance between fluid intake
and output must be achieved each day to maintain homeostasis.
Reduced skin turgor is characteristically altered among which population? - ANS Older
adults
Which statement concerning the measurement of intake and output is true? - ANS
When possible, intake and output should be measured rather than estimated.
Which statement by the nurse indicates a need for further education on the role of water
as a body fluid? - ANS Water is transported to cells when it is attached to electrolytes.
Hyponatremia is associated with a decrease of which electrolyte? - ANS Sodium
What determines the acidity of a substance like body fluids? - ANS The number of
existing H+ ions
Which diagnostic test serves as the basis for determining acid-base imbalances? - ANS
Arterial blood gas (ABG)
What pathology is responsible for metabolic acidosis? - ANS A decrease in bicarbonate
or an increase in hydrogen icons
Hypokalemia is confirmed by what serum blood result? - ANS Potassium 3.0 mEq/L
Considering Mr. Ahmed's diagnosis of dehydration and the possibility of neurological
impairment, which nursing intervention is directed toward minimizing his risk for possible
injury? - ANS Implementing falls precaution
Which of Mr. Ahmed's lab results best supports his diagnosis of dehydration? - ANS
Sodium: 130 mEq/L
