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LaDunn

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A client is diagnosed with a serum calcium level of 11.2 mEq/L. Which of the following interventions would be appropriate for this client? (Select all that apply.)
 
  1. Administer diuretics as prescribed.
  2. Restrict fluids.
  3. Administer intravenous fluids as prescribed.
  4. Continuous cardiac monitoring.
  5. Administer intravenous sodium as prescribed.
  6. Change to a low fat diet.

Question 2

A client is experiencing an acute attack of gout. The nurse should be prepared to provide which of the following medications as prescribed?
 
  1. Allopurinol
  2. Colchicine
  3. Probenecid
  4. Sulfinpyrazone


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jazzlynnnnn

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

1, 3, 4, 5
Management of hypercalcemia is focused on removing calcium, which is accomplished by administering diuretics, administering intravenous fluids, and administering intravenous sodium. Continuous cardiac monitoring is needed for clients at risk for developing dysrhythmias. Restricting fluids and changing to a low-fat diet are not used to treat hypercalcemia.

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Colchicine is used for the acute attack phase. The other medications would be used for further treatment of the gout.


LaDunn

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Wow, this really help

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