The nurse is assessing the skin of a client diagnosed with renal ...

[jake]

The nurse is assessing the skin of a client diagnosed with renal insufficiency. Which of the following is the nurse most likely going to assess in this client?
 
  1. Evidence of scratching
  2. Bruises
  3. Flushing
  4. Moist skin with good turgor

Question 2

The nurse is concerned about developing post-traumatic stress disorder after working for several years in the emergency department. Which of the following should the nurse do to ensure this disorder does not manifest? (Select all that apply.)
 
  1. Eat well-balanced meals.
  2. Drink water.
  3. Limit caffeine.
  4. Limit sugar intake.
  5. Exercise at least 4 times a week for 30 minutes.
  6. Ingest at least one alcoholic drink every evening.

[Brummell1998]

Answer to Question 1

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Signs of persistent scratching often occurs in the client with renal disorders because of the phosphorus or calcium imbalances. Bruising and flushing are not typically associated with this disorder. The skin of a client with a renal disorder can be dry and lack turgor or be grossly edematous.

Answer to Question 2

1, 2, 3, 4, 5
The nurse must learn to handle stress to reduce the onset of post-traumatic stress disorder by eating well-balanced meals, drinking water, limiting caffeine, limiting sugar intake, and exercising at least 4 times a week for 30 minutes. A daily intake of alcohol could be a sign that post-traumatic stress disorder is developing.

[jake]

Excellent

[Joy Chen]

Gracias!