The nurse is evaluating assessment information gathered for…
The nurse is evaluating assessment information gathered for four assigned clients. Based on the electronic health records below, which client requires priority interventions for fluid volume excess? Client A Client B Client C Client D Medical Diagnosis COPD Renal failure Heart failure Abdominal aortic aneurysm surgical repair, post-op day 1 Physical Exam Crackles, 1+ edema, Dyspnea Crackles, no edema, No dyspnea Crackles, 1+ edema, Dyspnea Inspiratory crackles, 3+ edema, Dyspnea, cough Intake/Output 2250/1125 2250/200 2250/4250 6500/1000 Weight Up 2 lbs No change Down 3 lbs Up 10 lbs BUN (70-20 mg/dL) 15 mg/dL 25 mg/dL 15 mg/dL 20 mg/dL Hematocrit (41-50%) 46% 40% 32% 32%
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The nurse is caring for a client with end-stage kidney disease (ESKD). The client has an elevated phosphorus level and has been prescribed sevelamer carbonate(Renvela), a phosphate binder. The nurse should teach the client to take the prescribed medication at what time?
Read DetailsA client reports severe diarrhea for several days. The clien…
A client reports severe diarrhea for several days. The client is lethargic and mucous membranes are dry and sticky. Urine output has been 40 mL of dark amber urine in the past hour. The nurse reviews the electronic health record (EHR) below. Which of the following should the nurse anticipate administering? Vitals 0930 Morning Labs Results Temperature 38 C Urine specific gravity 1.035 (1.005 – 1.030) Heart Rate 130 BUN 65 (6 – 24) Respiratory rate 24 Creatinine 2.9 (0.7 – 1.3) Blood pressure 90/40 Hematocrit 35% (41% to 50%)
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