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iveyjurea

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A patient is being treated with long-term methotrexate for severe psoriasis. Which laboratory result(s) would be the most important for the nurse to monitor? You may select more than one answer.
 
  a. Arterial blood gases
  b. Complete blood counts
  c. Liver function studies
  d. Renal function studies
  e. Serum sodium levels

Question 2

In an effort by the body to compensate for a low arterial pressure, the kidneys retain which electrolyte?
 
  a. Sodium
  b. Glucose
  c. Potassium
  d. Chloride


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Pariscourtney

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

b, c

Answer to Question 2

A
When the arterial pressure remains low for a long period, the kidneys respond by retaining water and sodium.
Glucose is not affected by arterial pressure changes.
Potassium is not affected by arterial pressure changes.
Chloride is not affected by arterial pressure changes.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Gracias!

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