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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-...

HESI Pharmacology Exam Version 2| 55 Questions and Verified Answers | 2023 / 2024 Update Q: A client with Parkinson's disease is taking carbidopa-levodopa (Sinemet). Which observation by the nurse should indicate that the desired outcome of the medication is being achieved? A) Decreased blood pressure. B) Lessening of tremors. C) Increased salivation. D) Increased attention span. Answer: B. Lessening of tremors. Sinemet increases the amount of levodopa to the CNS (dopamine ...

Ulcerative Colitis - Ulcerative colitis is a chronic ulcerative and inflammatory disease of the mucosal and submucosal layers of the colon and rectum that is characterized by unpredictable periods of remission and exacerbation with bouts of abdominal cramps and bloody or purulent diarrhea. The inflammatory changes typically begin in the rectum and progress proximally through the colon Crohn's Disease - Crohn's disease is characterized by periods of remission and exacerbation. It is a suba...

PN Adult Medical Surgical Exam Questions and Answers (UPDATED 2024) 100%Correct Solutions. PN Adult Medical Surgical Exam 2024 1. A nurse is reviewing the laboratory results of a client who is scheduled for a CT scan with an IV contrast agent. Which of the following laboratory findings should the nurse report to the provider prior to the procedure? Creatine 1.9 mg/dl 2. A nurse is monitoring a client who is take acarbose. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an adv...

ATI Comp Practice B W-NGN Exam . A nurse is caring for a client who is 1 day postoperative following a total thyroidectomy. Laboratory Results 0700: Sodium 143 mEq/L (136 to 145 mEq/L) Potassium 3.5 mEq/L (3.5 to 5 mEq/L) Chloride 104 mEq/L (98 to 106 mEq/L ) BUN 15 mg/dl (10 to 20 mg/dl) Magnesium 1.5 mEq/L (1.3 to 2.1 mEq/L ) Total calcium 8 mg/dL (9 to 10.5 mg/dL) Phosphate 4.6 mg/dL (3 to 4.5 mg/dL) Glucose 95 mg/dL (74 to 106 mg/dL) WBC 9,500/mm3 (5,000 to 10,000/mm3) Nurses'...

NGN ATI PN COMPREHENSIVE PREDICTOR 2020 EXAM 150 QUESTIONS WITH 100% CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS/AGRADE ASSURED Which of these instructions should a nurse include in the teaching plan for a client who had removal of a cataract in the left eye? a. "Forcefully cough and take deep breaths every two hours to keep your airway clear." b. "Perform the prescribed eye exercises each day to strengthen your eye muscles." c. "Rinse your eyes with saline each morning to prevent postoperative infe...

Diagnostic Skills OSCE (DSE OSCE) Exam Questions and Answers Latest 2024/2025 | Graded A+. 5 month old preggers with rheumatic fever and heart murmer: pre med? Diagnostic Skills Exam OSCE (DSE OSCE) – Questions and Answers Latest 2024/2025 | Graded A+ 2 / 34 a. yes b. no (remembered): b 3. Pregnant person afraid of needles - stress management by putting patient in what position when in your chair (BEFORE they even get to the point of passing out)? (remembered): place her in trundelb...

Introductory Clinical Pharmacology 12th Edition by Susan M Ford 1. An 80-year-old male client with chronic renal insufficiency is prescribed anabolic steroid therapy for the management of anemia associated with renal insufficiency. The nurse will carefully monitor the client for which potential disorder? a. Hypoglycemic attacks b. Serious cardiac disease c. Hypotensive shock d. Cancer of the prostate Answer: D Rationale: Elderly male clients undergoing anabolic steroid therapy are...

KAPLAN CAT 2 LATEST 2023 EXAMS WITH 150 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS|AGRADE(VERIFIED 1. The nurse assess a client who is in the 24th week of gestation. Which finding is a priority for the nurse to follow-up? 1. Fetal heart rate of 130 to 140 beats/min. 2. Fundal level at 3 fingers below the umbilicus. 3. Fetal movements felt faintly on lower part of abdomen. 4. Client reports backache and leg cramps when sleeping. Ans: 2 2. The nurse administers carisoprodol to the incor...

1. A nurse is caring for a client who expresses a desire to lose weight. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first? a. Recommend checking weight once weekly. b. Obtain a 24-hr dietary recall. c. Assist with creating an exercise plan. d. Initiate a plan for diet modification. 2. A nurse is teaching about nutritional requirements for a client who is starting a vegetarian diet. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching? a. Consume high-...