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charchew

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The nurse is caring for a patient that has a potassium level of 5.0 . The nurse should carefully monitor the patient for which signs and symptoms? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Muscle weakness
  b. Cardiac dysrhythmias
  c. Decreased reflexes
  d. Urinary retention
  e. Hypotension

Question 2

The nurse is caring for patient with iron deficiency anemia. The nurse should encourage intake of which food(s)? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Liver
  b. Lima beans
  c. Prune juice
  d. Cabbage
  e. Dried apricots



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Answer to Question 1

A, B, E
Normal potassium level is 3.5 to 5.0 mEq/L. Because the patient is on the highest end of normal, the nurse should monitor for signs of hyperkalemia. Muscle weakness, cardiac dysrhythmias, and hypotension are signs of hyperkalemia. Decreased reflexes and urinary retention are signs of hypokalemia.

Answer to Question 2

A, B, C, E
Iron-rich foods that can boost dietary iron intake include liver, lima beans, prune juice, and dried apricots. Cabbage is not high in iron.




charchew

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

 

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