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imanialler

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on: Jun 28, 2018
The nurse is caring for a child with hypernatremia. The nurse evaluates the child for which signs and symptoms of hypernatremia? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Apathy
  b. Lethargy
  c. Oliguria
  d. Intense thirst
  e. Dry, sticky mucos

Question 2

What clinical manifestations should be observed in a 2-year-old child with hypotonic dehydration? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Thick, doughy feel to the skin
  b. Slightly moist mucous membranes
  c. Absent tears
  d. Very rapid pulse
  e. Hyperirritability


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Chou

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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B, C, E
Signs and symptoms of hypernatremia are nausea; oliguria; and dry, sticky mucos. Apathy and lethargy are signs of hyponatremia.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B, C, D
Clinical manifestations of hypotonic dehydration include slightly moist mucous membranes, absent tears, and a very rapid pulse. A thick, doughy feel to the skin and hyperirritability are signs of hypertonic dehydration.


imanialler

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Reply 2 on: Jun 28, 2018
Excellent

steff9894

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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