A patient is admitted with HHS (Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar S…
A patient is admitted with HHS (Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar State). The lab values are: glucose 739 mg/dL, K+4.0 mEq/L. IV insulin infusion was recently started. The nurse should monitor the patient for the development of which of the following?
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A patient with complaints of severe flank (back) pain, after falling off of their bicycle, is diagnosed with acute pancreatitis. Upon examination, the nurse notices ecchymosis in the flank area. This assessment finding is called?
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A patient has an order for a CT scan of the chest with IV contrast. The nurse is aware that the patient can be at risk for acute kidney injury. Based on the above scenario, this patient is at risk for which type of acute kidney injury?
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