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dakota nelson

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The nurse is reviewing a patient's blood pH level. What systems in the body does the nurse recognize as contributing to the regulation of blood pH?
 
  Select all that apply.
  1. renal
  2. cardiac
  3. buffers
  4. respiratory
  5. integument

Question 2

An older patient with peripheral neuropathy has been taking magnesium supplements. The nurse realizes that which symptoms indicate hypermagnesemia?
 
  1. hypotension, warmth, and sweating
  2. nausea and vomiting
  3. hyperreflexia
  4. excessive urination



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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1, 3, 4

Three systems work together in the body to maintain the pH despite continuous acid production: buffers, the respiratory system, and the renal system. The cardiac system is responsible for circulating blood to the body.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1

Elevations in magnesium levels is accompanied by hypotension, warmth, and sweating. Lower levels are associated with nausea and vomiting, hypertension, and hyperreflexia. Urinary changes are not noted.



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