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geodog55

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A patient has a serum sodium level of 119 mEq/L, a blood glucose level of 52 mg/dL, and a cortisol level of 1.1 mg/dL. What does the nurse add to this patient's plan of care?
 
  A.
  Demonstrate proper technique to check blood glucose.
  B.
  Encourage the child to take salt tablets with each meal.
  C.
  Teach parents and child about desmopressin acetate (DDVAP).
  D.
  Teach parents and child about solumedrol (Solu-Cortef).

Question 2

A child is 4 hours postoperative after a total parathyroidectomy. Which assessment takes priority?
 
  A.
  Airway
  B.
  Dressing
  C.
  IV site
  D.
  Pain



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
These laboratory values are indicative of Addison's disease. The drug used to treat this disorder is solumedrol. DDVAP is used for diabetes insipidus. Blood sugar and sodium levels should normalize during treatment.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
All assessments listed are important for this child; however, airway is always the priority assessment.



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