Author Question: The client has experienced a myocardial infarction, resulting in damage to the left ventricle. Which ... (Read 93 times)

magmichele12 · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

The client has experienced a myocardial infarction, resulting in damage to the left ventricle. Which of the following does the nurse know the client may experience as a possible complica-tion?

a. Jugular neck vein distension
b. Pulmonary congestion
c. Peripheral edema
d. Liver enlargement

Question 2

The nurse is looking after a patient who has abdominal cramps, dizziness, and a rapid and thready pulse. The patient's laboratory results indicate hyponatremia. Which of the following additional signs can the nurse expect?

a. Postural hypotension
b. Tetany
c. Dry skin and dry mucous membranes
d. Elevated temperature and flushed skin

brittrenee · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B
Pulmonary congestion may be experienced in left-sided heart failure.
Jugular neck vein distension is characteristic of right-sided heart failure.
Peripheral edema is characteristic of right-sided heart failure.
Hepatomegaly (liver enlargement) is characteristic of right-sided heart failure.

Answer to Question 2

A

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A Among the signs and symptoms of hyponatremia are poor skin turgor, weakness, and a thready pulse, as well as postural hypotension.
B Tetany is related to hypocalcemia.
C Dry skin and dry mucous membranes are signs and symptoms of hypernatremia.
D Hypernatremia can cause fever and flushed skin.