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Key Points to remember regarding vital signs and laboratory reference: The nurse ensures that vital sign measurements are documented correctly and always reports abnormal findings to the PHCP. The temperature is not taken rectally in cardiac clients; the client who has undergone rectal surgery; or the client with diarrhea, fecal impaction, or rectal bleeding or … Read more
KEY POINTS TO REMEMBER: The normal pH is 7.35-7.45 The underlying cause of an acid base imbalance needs to be identified and the cause needs to be treated to resolve the imbalance Monitor the patient’s respiratory status closely During acidosis, the respiratory rate and depth increase in an attempt to exhale acids. During alkalosis, the … Read more
There are several NCLEX practice questions related to fluid and electrolyte imbalance which are given as below with answers: PRACTICE NCLEX QUESTION: The nurse is caring for a client with heart failure. On the assessment. the nurse notes that the client is dyspneic, and crackles are audible on auscultation. What additional manifestations would the nurse … Read more