Match the descriptions with the correct category of signaling molecule:

A nurse is caring for four hospitalized clients.  The nurse identified which of the following clients as being at risk of fluid volume deficit?

The nurse is caring for a client with multiple organ failure and in metabolic acidosis.  Which organs are responsible for regulatory processes and compensation? 

The nurse is assessing a client with a pressure ulcer.  Which indicates the client has a stage II pressure ulcer?

The nurse is administering an intravenous opioid medication to a client.  Which interventions should the nurse implement for client safety (Select all that apply)? 

A nurse is planning care for an older adult client who is at risk for developing pressure ulcers.  Which of the following interventions should the nurse use to help maintain the integrity of the client’s skin? 

The nurse is performing a home visit to an elderly client recovering from hip surgery.  The woman seems confused an has dry mucous membranes.  When asked about her fluid intake, that patient states, “I stop drinking water early in the day because it is just too difficult to get up during the night to go to the bathroom.” What would be the nurse’s best response?

A client is being discharged and is at risk for developing metabolic alkalosis.  Which statement by the client indicates to the nurse that teaching has been effective?  

The nurse is caring for a client admitted to the medical unit 72 hours ago with pyloric stenosis.  A nasogastric tube placed upon admission has been on low intermittent suction ever since.  Upon review of the morning’s blood work, the nurse notices that the client’s potassium is below the reference range. The nurse should assess for signs and symptoms of what imbalance?

The nurse is caring for a client with severe diarrhea.  The nurse recognizes that the client is at risk for developing which acid-base imbalance?