Author Question: The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with chronic renal failure. Which of the following would ... (Read 126 times)

rlane42 · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with chronic renal failure. Which of the following would be considered expected manifestations of this disorder? (Select all that apply.)

1. Left ventricular dysfunction
2. Anemia
3. Diarrhea
4. Constipation
5. Prickly burning sensation of the extremities
6. Restless legs

Question 2

The nurse is assessing a client diagnosed with hyperaldosteronism. Which of the following would take the least priority during this period?

1. Assessment of breath sounds
2. Cardiac monitoring
3. Assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs)
4. Review of electrolyte levels

amanda_14 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

1, 2, 4, 5, 6
Clinical manifestations for a client diagnosed with chronic renal failure are many. Some of these manifestations include left ventricular dysfunction, anemia, constipation; prickly burning sensation of the extremities, and restless legs. Diarrhea is not a common clinical manifestation of this disorder.

Answer to Question 2

3
The first priority for the nurse is to monitor cardiac and respiratory status. Cardiac status can be impaired because of changes in potassium levels, and fluid balance can be impaired because of sodium, affecting the respiratory status. After the client is stabilized, the nurse can assist the client with activities of daily living.