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lilldybug07

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A patient asks the nurse about taking calcium supplements to avoid hypocalcemia. The nurse will suggest that the patient follow which instruction?
 
  a. Take a calcium and vitamin D combination supplement.
  b. Take calcium along with phosphorus to improve absorption.
  c. Take calcium with antacids to reduce stomach upset.
  d. Use aspirin instead of acetaminophen when taking calcium.

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a patient who is receiving oral potassium chloride supplements. The nurse notes that the patient has a heart rate of 120 beats per minute and has had a urine output of 200 mL in the past 12 hours.
 
  The patient reports abdominal cramping. Which action will the nurse take?
  a. Contact the provider to request an order for serum electrolytes.
  b. Encourage the patient to consume less fluids.
  c. Report symptoms of hyperchloremia to the provider.
  d. Request an order to increase the patient's potassium dose.


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

ANS: A
Vitamin D enhances the absorption of calcium in the body. Calcium and phosphorus have an inverse relationshipan increased level of one mineral decreases the level of the other. Antacids can contain magnesium, which can promote calcium loss. Aspirin can alter vitamin D levels and interfere with calcium absorption.

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ANS: A
Oliguria, tachycardia, and abdominal cramping are signs of hyperkalemia, so the nurse should request an order for serum electrolytes. This patient should increase fluid intake. The patient is not exhibiting signs of hyperchloremia; the patient is showing signs of hyperkalemia, and an increased potassium dose is not indicated.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
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