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Metfan725

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While caring for a newly admitted patient with fluid and electrolyte imbalances, a nurse would be most concerned by which of the following?
 
  1. Urinary output of 300 mL in 8 hours
  2. Blood pressure of 128/60 mm Hg
  3. Lung fields with crackles noted bilaterally
  4. Nausea

Question 2

A nurse is providing care for a patient admitted with nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea who has orders to remain NPO. Family members ask, Why can't she have anything to drink? Which of the following responses by the nurse is best?
 
  1. I think the doctor must have forgotten to order a diet. I'll call and get one ordered.
  2. She can have as many ice chips as she wants, but it might make her sick if she drinks anything.
  3. I don't know. Did the doctor mention any tests to be done that would need her stomach to be empty?
  4. It is best to let her bowels rest, but you can use these mouth swabs to help her feel more comfortable.



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Pariscourtney

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: 3

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 4




Metfan725

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Excellent


kalskdjl1212

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

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