A client is experiencing withdrawal from alcohol and admitte…
A client is experiencing withdrawal from alcohol and admitted to the behavioral health unit. The client begins to have tremors, hyperactive deep tendon reflexes, and a change in mental status. Which electrolyte should the nurse prepare to replace in this client?
Read DetailsA 42 year old client has been admitted to the medical surgic…
A 42 year old client has been admitted to the medical surgical unit following 72 hours of severe vomiting and diarrhea. He hasn’t been able to hold down more than a few sips of water at home. Labs were drawn and his results are show below. Which IV fluid is this client most likely to receive as continuous fluid replacement? Lab Result BUN 26 Creatinine 0.9 Hematocrit 58% Sodium 152 Potassium 3.3
Read DetailsA client was diagnosed with heart failure 2 months ago and c…
A client was diagnosed with heart failure 2 months ago and came in for a scheduled visit with their primary doctor. The nurse notices a 15 pound weight gain in the last 8 weeks, 3+ peripheral edema, crackles throughout the lung fields, and a bounding pulse. What education will the nurse anticipate providing to the client?
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