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jace

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A routine urinalysis is performed on a 59-year-old female client who has kidney disease and electrolyte imbalances. Which of the following abnormality would the nurse suspect to be documented?
 
  A) Abnormal pH
  B) Abnormal specific gravity
  C) Glycosuria
  D) Ketonuria

Question 2

A nurse is caring for a client who needs assistance while eating. What intervention
  should the nurse perform to make this client comfortable during meals?
 
  A) Provide thick liquids to the client
  B) Allow a family member to feed the client
  C) Teach the client to locate the food on the plate
  D) Describe the food to the client


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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
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Abnormal specific gravity is caused by kidney disease, electrolyte imbalances, liver disorders, and burns. Abnormal pH is caused by gout, calculi, and infections. Glycosuria results from diabetes mellitus, shock, or head injury. Ketonuria is caused by diabetes, starvation, bulimia, and other digestive disturbances.

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Reply #2 on: Jul 16, 2018
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Reply #3 on: Jul 16, 2018
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