A child in renal failure has hyperkalemia. The nurse plans to ...

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A child in renal failure has hyperkalemia. The nurse plans to instruct the child and the parents to avoid which of the following foods?
 
  1. Bananas, carrots, and green leafy vegetables
  2. Chips, cold cuts, and canned foods
  3. Spaghetti and meat sauce, and breadsticks
  4. Hamburger on a bun and cherry Jell-O

Question 2

With regard to the structure and function of the placenta, the maternity nurse should be aware that
 
  a. As the placenta widens, it gradually thins to allow easier passage of air and
  nutrients.
  b. As one of its early functions, the placenta acts as an endocrine gland.
  c. The placenta is able to keep out most potentially toxic substances, such as
  cigarette smoke, to which the mother is exposed.
  d. Optimal blood circulation is achieved through the placenta when the woman is
  lying on her back or standing.

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Answer to Question 1

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Rationale:
1. Bananas, carrots, and green leafy vegetables are high in potassium.
2. Chips, cold cuts, and canned foods are high in sodium but not necessarily in potassium.
3. Spaghetti and meat sauce with breadsticks would be acceptable choices for a low-potassium diet.
4. Hamburger on a bun and cherry Jell-O would be acceptable choices for a low-potassium diet.

Answer to Question 2

B
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A The placenta widens until week 20 and continues to grow thicker.
B The placenta produces four hormones necessary to maintain the pregnancy.
C Toxic substances such as nicotine and carbon monoxide readily cross the
placenta into the fetus.
D Optimal circulation occurs when the woman is lying on her side.

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