Author Question: On admission, the client weighs 165 lb (75 kg). The client reports that this is a weight loss from ... (Read 56 times)

hubes95 · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

On admission, the client weighs 165 lb (75 kg). The client reports that this is a weight loss from 180 lb (82 kg). What is the percent weight loss?

1. 4.5
2. 6.25
3. 8.3
4. 10.0

Question 2

The nurse is reviewing laboratory data for a client who is receiving total parenteral nutrition. Which laboratory value should be immediately brought to the physician's attention?

1. BUN of 60
2. Prealbumin of 15
3. Serum glucose of 328
4. Potassium of 3.5

rosiehomeworddo · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 3
Rationale: To calculate the percent weight loss, subtract the current weight (165 lb) from the usual weight (180 lb). Divide the result by the usual weight and multiply that result by 100. In this case, the loss is 8.3.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: This laboratory value does not need to be immediately brought to the physician's attention.
Rationale 2: This laboratory value does not need to be immediately brought to the physician's attention.
Rationale 3: The most important concern in this set of laboratory data is the increased serum glucose.
Rationale 4: The potassium reading is normal.