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joe

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The nurse is checking the laboratory results of a 76-year-old woman who had a urinalysis performed. The nurse notes that there is calcium in her urine. What condition does this abnormal substance in the urine signify?
 
  A) Infection
  B) Bone degeneration
  C) Kidney disease
  D) Hypertension

Question 2

A pregnant client complains to the nurse about the discomforts of pregnancy. Which of the following should the nurse assure her is a common discomfort of pregnancy?
 
  A) Persistent vomiting
  B) Burning micturition
  C) Frequent urination
  D) Severe headaches



Gabe

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Answer to Question 1

B
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Urine calcium may be measured to help detect bone disease; high amounts of calcium indicate degeneration of bone tissue.

Answer to Question 2

C
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Frequent urination is a common discomfort of pregnancy. This is because the enlarging uterus presses against the bladder, causing the need to urinate more frequently than usual. Persistent vomiting, burning micturition, and severe headaches are danger signs of pregnancy and should be immediately reported to the physician.



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