Hypertonic saline - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

isotonic fluids Correct Answer-normal saline and D5W have a concentration of dissolved particles equal to that of the ICF. Osmotic pressure is the same inside and outside the cells, so they neither shrink nor swell with fluid movement. hypertonic solutions Correct Answer-3% saline, D5 in normal saline, D5 in half normal saline, and D10 in normal saline Has a tonicity greater than that of the ICF, so osmotic pressure is unequal inside and outside of the cell. Dehydration or rapid infusion of...

Exam 2: NUR242 / NUR 242 (Latest 2024 / 2025) Medical-Surgical Nursing Concepts Exam Review | Questions and Verified Answers | 100% Correct - Galen Q: S/S of dehydration Answer: •Vital signs: hyperthermia, ST, thread pulse, hypotension, decrease CVP •Neuromusculoskeletal: Dizziness, syncope, confusion, weakness, fatigue •GI: thirst, dry furrowed tongue, N/V, anorexia, weight loss •Renal: Oliguria •Other signs: Diminish capillary refill, cool clammy skin, diaphoresis, sunken eyeballs, f...

FUNDAMENTAL OF NURSING TEST EXAM  WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS Name: Date: 1. Which statement regarding heart sounds is correct? a.S1 and s2 sound equally loud over the entire cardiac area. b.S1 and sound fainter at the apex than at the base. c.S and 2 sound fainter at the base than at the apex. d. S1 is loudest at the apex, and S2 is loudest at the base.  Rationale: The S1 sound — the “lub” sound — is loudest at the apex of the heart. It sounds  longer, lower, and louder there...

minimum urine output for adult 0.5mL/kg/hr ADH (antidiuretic hormone) - water retainer - vasoconstrictor (also called Vasopressin) - produced by hypothalamus - store and released from posterior pituitary ADH pathway - hypothalamus senses low blood volumed and increased serum osmolality - signal pituitary to release ADH - ADH causes kidney to retain water - water retention increases blood volume and decreases serum osmolality ANP (atrial natriuretic peptide) -...

TNCC 9th Edition – Questions and Answers Graded A+ (SOLVED ) Course TNCC 9th Edition Institution TNCC 9th Edition 1. An adult patient who sustained a severe head trauma has been intubated and is being manually ventilated via a bag-mask device at a rate of 18 breaths/minute. The patient has receive one intravenous fluid bolus 500 mL of warmed isotonic crystalloid solution. The PaCO2 is 30 mm Hg (4.0 kPa), and the pulse oximetry is 92%. BP is 142/70 mm Hg. What is the most important interve...

When discussing causes of hypernatremia (elevated serum sodium), it is correct to include: Select all that apply. A) Excessive free water intake. B) Inappropriate administration of hypertonic saline solution. C) Over secretion of the hormone aldosterone. D) Cushing syndrome. E) Ingesting large amounts of dietary sodium. (Ans-B,C,&D High sodium can be caused by inappropriate administration of hypertonic saline (sodium bicarbonate in cardiac arrest), over secretion of aldosterone, and Cu...

continuous bladder irrigation - Answer- 3 way lumen -inflating the balloon w 30ml -instillation -outflow continuous irrigation may be used w/ what? - Answer- TURP The amount of fluid recovered in the drainage bag must equal... - Answer- amount of fluid instilled (secondary hemorrhage may occur from over-distention) what should an RN do if pt c/o pain w/ continuous irrigation? - Answer- exam tubing. irrigate drainage system w/ fluid (50ml) if indicated: clear obstruction con...

Exam 2: NUR155/ NUR 155 (New 2024/ 2025 Update) Foundations of Nursing Complete Guide with Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct | A Grade - Galen QUESTION what is an enema serves to introduce a solution into the colon via the anus, through the rectum, and into the colon QUESTION Enema administration Answer: patient in left lateral position or SIMs linen pad underneath patient lubricate 5 cm of the rectal tube insert slowly towards umbilicus (7-10 cm) ...

TEST BANK PATHOPHYSIOLOGY THE BIOLOGICAL BASIS FOR DISEASE IN ADULTS AND CHILDREN BY McCance Chapter 1: Cellular Biology MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. Which statement best describes the cellular function of metabolic absorption? a. Cells can produce proteins. c. Cells can take in and use nutrients. b. Cells can secrete digestive enzymes. d. Cells can synthesize fats. ANS: C In metabolic absorption, all cells take in and use nutrients and other substances from their surroundings. The remaini...

aseptic technique - means clean technique -hand hygiene, sterile gloves not used bacterial meningitis - is an emergency and IV antibitoics are needed ASAP stress fracture - a small crack in the bone that often develops from chronic, excessive impact adults body fluids - 50-60% of total body weight is water infants body fluids - 15-80% of total body wt is water 2/3 body weight - is intracellular 1/3 body weight - is extracellular 1 kg (2.2 lb) of body weight - is approximate...