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renzo156

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on: Jul 22, 2018
Which of the following is considered a primary source of data?
 
  a. results of diagnostic tests c. family
  b. medical records d. patient

Question 2

Because the patient has a serum potassium of 7.8 mEq/L, the nurse should assess the patient for
 
  a. polyuria c. bone pain
  b. hyperreflexia d. cardiac dysrhythmia


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lucas dlamini

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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The patient is always the primary source of data and should always be consulted. Results of diagnostic tests, medical records, and the family are considered secondary sources of data.

Answer to Question 2

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Cardiac dysrhythmias are associated with hyperkalemia. Polyuria is associated with hypernatremia. Bone pain is associated with hypercalcemia. Hyperreflexia is associated with hypernatremia.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Excellent

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