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codyclark

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A client in renal failure has a sodium level of 150 mEq/L. For what condition would the nurse most likely need to assess?
 a. alkalosis
  b. dehydration
  c. hypokalemia
  d. fluid volume excess

Question 2

Which of the following laboratory findings is most specifically suggestive for renal problems?
 a. hemoglobin 11 g/dL
  b. potassium 5.5 mEq/L
  c. serum creatinine 3.2 mg/dL
  d. blood urea nitrogen 18 mg/dL


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aruss1303

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Reply #1 on: Aug 2, 2018
Answer to Question 1

b

Answer to Question 2

c


codyclark

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Reply 2 on: Aug 2, 2018
Excellent

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