lemented?

clients who are severely immune system compromised (like stem-cell transplant)

What is valproic acid used to treat?

seizures and bipolar disorder

What is Chvostek sign and how to you elicit response?

A clinical sign of existing nerve hyperexcitability (tetany) seen in hypocalcemia. Tap

facial nerve in front of ear.

What is clonidine used to treat?

high blood pressure

What is the reference range for urine specific gravity?

1.005-1.030

What is the reference range for sodium?

135-145

How much oxygen can be delivered by nasal cannula?

1-4 litres per minute

What are some manifestations of hyperthyroidism?

tremores, tachycardia, diaphoresis, weight loss, insomnia, and exophthalmia

Reference range for BUN is?

7 to 20 mg/dL

Reference range for WBCs is?

4.5 to 11

Macular degeneration results in?

decreased central vision

What is paracentesis?

a procedure to take out fluid that has collected in the belly

What are potential adverse effects of PEEP?

tension pneumothorax, distended neck veins, tracheal deviation, and absent breath

sounds, hypotension

What are some manifestations of lithium toxicity?

increased thirst, vomiting, diarrhea, tremors

What are some adverse affects of amitriptyline?

constipation, urinary retention, dry mouth, and blurred vision

A client with respiratory alkalosis will have?

elevated pH, decreased PaCO2, and an HCO3 within the expected reference range

A client with metabolic alkalosis will have?

elevated pH, a PaCO2 within the expected reference range, and an elevated HCO3

A client with respiratory acidosis will have?

a decreased pH, increased PaCO2, and a HCO3 within the expected reference range

A client with metabolic acidosis will have?

decrease pH, a PacO2 within the expected reference range, and a decreased HCO3

What should clients know about the basal body temperature method of birth control?

Body temperature might decrease slightly (0.5 F) just prior to ovulation

Which lab tests should a nurse review prior to adjusting a client's heparin?

aPTT

Which lab tests should a nurse review prior to adjusting a client's warfarin?