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AEWBW

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A patient has nephrotic syndrome. Which of these statements made by the patient indicates that she understands the dietary modifications?
 
  a. I will need to increase protein and decrease sodium intake.
  b. I will need to drink more milk to get my calcium.
  c. Carbohydrate restriction will be difficult.
  d. Potassium restriction won't be hard since I don't like fruit.

Question 2

An older patient is demonstrating signs of dehydration. Which action should the nurse initiate first?
 
  A) Minimize food intake and maximize fluid intake
  B) Advocate for the initiation of intravenous rehydration
  C) Initiate monitoring and recording of fluid intake and output
  D) Ask that the physician order blood work to confirm or rule out dehydration



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sultansheikh

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Answer to Question 1

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Medical management for nephrotic syndrome depends on the extent of tissue involvement and may include the use of corticosteroids and a low-sodium, high-protein diet.

Answer to Question 2

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When dehydration is suspected, the nurse should monitor and record fluid intake and output. This would likely precede IV rehydration and blood work, and minimizing food intake would be an inappropriate action.




AEWBW

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


covalentbond

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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