The nurse is performing venipuncture on a client to obtain blood ...

[luvbio]

The nurse is performing venipuncture on a client to obtain blood for ordered tests. Which of the following is a recommended guideline for this procedure?
 
  A) Apply the tourniquet about 4 to 6 inches above the proposed site.
  B) Check for the presence of an apical pulse and locate a peripheral vein.
  C) Ask the client to open and close the fist, ending with an open fist.
  D) If a vein is difficult to access, raise the arm above the level of the heart.

Question 2

A client is diagnosed with hyperparathyroidism associated with osteomalacia. When caring for this client, the nurse should monitor the level of which mineral?
 
  A) Potassium
  B) Calcium
  C) Sodium
  D) Magnesium

[HandsomeMarc]

Answer to Question 1

A
Feedback:
The correct procedure for venipuncture is to check for presence of a radial pulse. Locate a peripheral vein, apply the tourniquet about 4 to 6 inches above the proposed insertion site, and ask the client alternately to open and close the fist, ending with a closed fist. If a vein is difficult to locate, the nurse should lower the arm below the level of the heart and/or tap or stroke the area, while gently moving away from the heart.

Answer to Question 2

B
Feedback:
Hyperparathyroidism associated with osteomalacia is caused by excess production of parathyroid hormone (PTH). It causes depletion of the serum calcium level. This may lead to skeletal tenderness and weak bones. The depletion of other minerals, such as potassium, sodium, and magnesium, is not associated with hyperparathyroidism associated with osteomalacia.

[luvbio]

Excellent

[LVPMS]

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