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jrubin

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The nurse has documented that a child's level of consciousness is obtunded. Which describes this level of consciousness?
 
  a. Slow response to vigorous and repeated stimulation
  b. Impaired decision making
  c. Arousable with stimulation
  d. Confusion regarding time and place

Question 2

The nurse is performing a pH dipstick test on a urine specimen. Which is the average pH expected for this test? (Record your answer in a whole number.)
 
  What will be an ideal response?



billybob123

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Obtunded describes a level of consciousness in which the child is arousable with stimulation. Stupor is a state in which the child remains in a deep sleep, responsive only to vigorous and repeated stimulation. Confusion is impaired decision making. Disorientation is confusion regarding time and place.

Answer to Question 2

ANS:
6
The average pH for urine is 6. The normal range is 4.8 to 7.8. Abnormal pH levels are associated with urinary infection and metabolic alkalosis or acidosis.



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