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haleyc112

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The nurse is providing discharge instructions to a client being treated for cancer. For which symptoms should the client be instructed to call for help at home?
 
  Select all that apply.
  A) Difficulty breathing
  B) Significant increase in vomiting
  C) Desire to end life
  D) Improved sense of well-being
  E) New onset of bleeding

Question 2

A client with metabolic acidosis has been admitted to the unit from the emergency department (ED). The client is experiencing confusion and weakness. Which nursing intervention is the priority for this client?
 
  A) Placing the client in a high-Fowler's position
  B) Protecting the client from injury
  C) Administering sodium bicarbonate
  D) Providing the client with appropriate skin care



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: A, B, C, E

The client should be instructed to call for help with any difficulty breathing, significant increase in vomiting, a desire to end life, or a new onset of bleeding. An increased sense of well-being would be a desired effect of treatment for cancer.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B

The client with metabolic acidosis may have symptoms of drowsiness, lethargy, confusion, and weakness. A priority of care would be preventing injury to the client. Medication administration is a physician order. Skin care would not be a priority on admission. The high-Fowler's position would not be the safest position for the confused client.





 

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