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3.A client has +3 pitting edema on the feet and ascites. Which is
the most important laboratory value to be monitored by the
nurse given this condition?
Hemoglobin level
Feedback: This is incorrect. The client’s hemoglobin might have to be
checked. However, it is not the primary nursing intervention in the given
situation. A very low hemoglobin level can cause swelling in the arms and legs.
Serum albumin level
XXXX Red blood cell
count White blood cell
count
A client has increased serum phosphorus levels. Which
condition related to hyperphosphatemia would the nurse
expect to find in the client?
Hyperkalemia
Hypernatremia
Hypocalcemia XXXX
Hypomagnesaemia
Feedback: This is incorrect. Low serum magnesium levels, or
hypomagnesemia, are not associated with increased serum phosphorus
levels.
8.The nurse is providing care for a client with an undiagnosed
illness. Calculations of the anion gap indicate an elevation, and
the client is identified as being positive for metabolic acidosis.
Which question does the nurse ask the client?
“Do you medicate for any stomach issues?”
Feedback: This is incorrect. Medicating with antacids is possible with stomach
issues. Increased or prolonged use of antacids would create an alkalosis
condition.
“Do you have a history of cardiac
problems?” “Are you taking regular
doses of aspirin?” XXXX
“Have you noticed any respiratory distress?”
Which is the compound that donates hydrogen ions in a solution?
Acid
XXXX
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Oxygen
Feedback: This is incorrect. Oxygen is not a compound.
The nurse is analyzing an arterial blood gas report of a client with
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WGU D236 pathophysiology Exam -Study Guide-With
100% verified answers-2022-2023
3.A client has +3 pitting edema on the feet and ascites. Which is
the most important laboratory value to be monitored by the
nurse given this condition?
Hemoglobin level
Feedback: This is incorrect. The client’s hemoglobin might have to be
checked. However, it is not the primary nursing intervention in the given
situation. A very low hemoglobin level can cause swelling in the arms and legs.
Serum albumin level
XXXX Red blood cell
count White blood cell
count
A client has increased serum phosphorus levels. Which
condition related to hyperphosphatemia would the nurse
expect to find in the client?
Hyperkalemia
Hypernatremia
Hypocalcemia XXXX
Hypomagnesaemia
Feedback: This is incorrect. Low serum magnesium levels, or
hypomagnesemia, are not associated with increased serum phosphorus
levels.
8.The nurse is providing care for a client with an undiagnosed
illness. Calculations of the anion gap indicate an elevation, and
the client is identified as being positive for metabolic acidosis.
Which question does the nurse ask the client?
“Do you medicate for any stomach issues?”
Feedback: This is incorrect. Medicating with antacids is possible with stomach
issues. Increased or prolonged use of antacids would create an alkalosis
condition.
“Do you have a history of cardiac
problems?” “Are you taking regular
doses of aspirin?” XXXX
“Have you noticed any respiratory distress?”
Which is the compound that donates hydrogen ions in a solution?
Acid
XXXX
Base
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Oxygen
Feedback: This is incorrect. Oxygen is not a compound.
The nurse is analyzing an arterial blood gas report of a client with
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