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.