Respiratory Alkalosis S/S -lethargy
lightheadedness
confusion
tachycardia
dysrhythmias related to hypokalemia
nausea
vomiting
epigastric pain
numbness and tingling of the extremities
hyperventilation (tachypnea)
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for an older adult client who is at risk for
Osteoporosis. Which intervention should the nurse include to prevent bone loss? -Encourage
weight bearing exercises (such as walking because it can help maintain bone mass by reducing
bone demineralization, thus helping to prevent osteoporosis.)
A nurse is caring for a client who has meningococal pneumonia. Which of the following
personal protective equipment should the nurse use? -Mask (this disease requires droplet
precautions)
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is taking insulin Glargine. What information
should the nurse include in the teaching? -This type of insulin should be given at the same time
everyday. (It is released over a 24hr period)
A home health nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client about preventing complications of
peripheral vascular disease. What statement by the client indicates that they are adhering to
the nurse's instructions? -"I don't cross my legs anymore".
A nurse is caring for a client who has a methicillin-resistant Staphlococcus aureus (MRSA)
infections in a surgical wound. What information should the nurse plan to share with visitors? -
Visitors must don a gown & gloves prior to entering the client's room.
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has heart failure and a new prescription for
hydrochlorothiazide. What should the client report to the provider? -Onset of nausea
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with a client who has hearing loss. What action should
the nurse take when communicating with the client? -Rephrase client instructions when not
understood.
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