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james

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on: Jul 23, 2018
A nurse is caring for a patient with pneumonia. The patient's oxygen saturation is below normal. What abnormal respiratory process does this demonstrate?
 
  A) changes in the alveolar-capillary membrane and diffusion
  B) alterations in the structures of the ribs and diaphragm
  C) rapid decreases in atmospheric and intrapulmonic pressures
  D) lower-than-normal concentrations of environmental oxygen

Question 2

Laboratory results for a patient on prolonged bedrest include a high level of urinary calcium. What risk does this pose for the patient?
 
  A) urinary calcium is not a concern C) increased urinary output
  B) renal calculi (kidney stones) D) imbalanced intake/output


chinwesucks

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

B


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