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imanialler

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on: Jul 11, 2018
The nurse is caring for an older adult patient prescribed allopurinol (Zyloprim). What action by the nurse is best?
 
  a. Offering fresh, cold water frequently dur-ing the day
  b. Monitoring temperature every 4 hours
  c. Ensuring sufficient protein intake
  d. Assessing for depression symptoms daily

Question 2

An older patient is admitted with possible chronic renal failure (CRF). Which lab value does the nurse notify the physician about as a priority?
 
  a. Increased calcium level
  b. Increased red blood cells
  c. Decreased BUN level
  d. Decreased creatinine clearance level


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sarahccccc

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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To discourage the formation of renal stones, the patient should be encouraged to have a daily in-take of 2 to 3 L of fluid unless contraindicated. The other actions are not related to preventing this adverse effect.

Answer to Question 2

D
The diagnosis of CRF is usually made based on a decrease in creatinine clearance, an elevation of BUN level, and a decrease in red blood cells. The other findings can be documented.


imanialler

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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