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TFauchery

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When a patient is receiving vasopressin (Pitressin), the nurse will monitor for which therapeutic response?
 
  a. Improved appetite
  b. Increased serum albumin levels
  c. Increased serum potassium levels
  d. Decreased urinary output

Question 2

During diuretic therapy, the nurse monitors the
 
  fluid and electrolyte status of the patient. Which assessment findings are symptoms of hyponatremia? (Select all that apply.)
  a. Red, flushed skin
  b. Lethargy
  c. Decreased urination
  d. Hypotension
  e. Stomach cramps
  f. Elevated temperature


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

ANS: D

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B, D, E


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Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
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