You recognize that a patient with a history of severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is most likely to have which acid-base imbalance?

The nurse is caring for a patient with congestive heart failure. She has chosen a nursing diagnosis of Excess fluid volume r/t inadequate cardiac output. This nursing diagnosis would be supported by which of the following symptoms?

The nurse is caring for a client with renal failure. The laboratory results reveal a magnesium level of 3.6 mg/dL. Which of the following signs would the nurse expect to note in the client based on this magnesium level?

A client is diagnosed with hypovolemia after significant blood loss. Which action will the nurse take?

The nurse is providing care to a client who has been experiencing emesis for 24 hours. Which fluid should the nurse anticipate incorporating into the client’s plan of care?

A client has the following ABG values: pH 7.55, HCO3 22 mmHg, PCO2 30 mmHg. What should the nurse do?

A nurse teaches clients at a community center about risks for dehydration. Which client is at greatest risk for dehydration?

A nurse is assessing clients who are at risk for acid-base imbalance. Which clients are correctly paired with the acid-base imbalance?

A nurse is required to initiate IV therapy for a client. Which should the nurse consider before starting the IV?

An adult client who had preadmission lab work for surgery has the following lab values. The nurse identifies which as an abnormal value?