In reviewing the lab tests in above question and the followi…
In reviewing the lab tests in above question and the following ABG’s drawn at 0245 what would you anticipate as next step in patient treatment? The nurse ensures the client has adequate peripheral venous access in anticipation of IV _____________ to treat ___________________. ABG: Drawn at 0245 Patient Result Lab Reference Range pH 7.15 7.35 – 7.45 PaO2 92 80 – 100 PaCO2 38 35 – 45 HCO3 15 22 – 28
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For each client finding listed below, determine if the finding is consistent with the health condition of dehydration or metabolic acidosis. Each finding may support more than 1 condition so support your answer. Client Findings Dehydration Metabolic AcidosisHR 45 beats/min BP 85/55 mm Hg RR 28 breaths/min and deep Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) score = 12 Thready, weak pulses Capillary refill = 4 sec
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