When caring for a client with a uric acid level of 40 mg/100 mL, ...

[kaid0807]

When caring for a client with a uric acid level of 40 mg/100 mL, the nurse should:
 
  a. handle the client gently to avoid bleeding.
  b. encourage oral fluids and maintain IV fluids.
  c. do nothing special as this is within defined limits.
  d. encourage a bland, high-caloric liquid diet.

Question 2

When caring for a client receiving a corticosteroid as part of a chemotherapy regime, the nurse should:
 
  a. monitor the client's potassium level.
  b. report a WBC level of 5,700 cells/mm3.
  c. teach client to monitor weekly temperatures.
  d. report a glucose level of 125 mg/dL.

[scottmt]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

Feedback
A Incorrect: This is appropriate for thrombocytopenia, not elevated uric acid level.
B Correct: This is an elevated uric acid level, so fluids should be increased.
C Incorrect: This is a false statement.
D Incorrect: This will not treat an elevated uric acid level.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D

Feedback
A Incorrect: Potassium levels are not usually affected by corticosteroid therapy.
B Incorrect: This WBC value is within defined limits.
C Incorrect: This is not an appropriate nursing action.
D Correct: Corticosteroids can increase serum glucose levels and levels above 120 mg/dL should be reported.

[kaid0807]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[kusterl]

Excellent