Cardiac Labs
What lab test is the most sensitive to indicate an MI?
What is Troponin
After a bronchoscopy, the nurse positions the client on their side until the gag reflex has returned. Which complication is the nurse attempting to prevent?
What is aspiration!
The healthcare provider has ordered thyroid lab studies for a client who feels lethargic, has experienced weight gain and feels cold. The client has symptoms of which disease process?
What is hypothyroidism!
The nurse is caring for a client taking warfarin. The INR is 2.5. What is the nurse's next action?
What is "do nothing. This is therapeutic range"!
What three labs are used as diagnostic for kidney function?
What are BUN, Creatinine, GFR
What lab indicates an exacerbation of CHF?
What is BNP
A client has a positive fecal occult blood test. Which is the usual next test the client will have to investigate the issue?
What is a Colonoscopy!
The healthcare provider has ordered thyroid lab studies for a client who feels anxious, excited, has weight loss, or a high heart rate. The client has symptoms of which disease process?
What is Hyperthyroidism!
The nurse is caring for a client one hour post-cystoscopy. The nurse notes frank red bleeding from the urinary catheter. What should the nurse do?
What is report the bleeding to the Charge RN
Normal range of 3.5-5.0 belongs to which electrolyte?
Wjhat is Potissum!
What electrolyte is the heart most sensitive to changes?
What is Potussium!
A client has a history of transient ischemic attacks (TIAs). Which ultrasound is most commonly ordered?
What is Carotid!
Hashimoto disease is indicated by low levels of free T4. What does this signal in lab levels?
What is Hypothyroidism
The client is undergoing a bone marrow biopsy at the bedside. What is the nurse's role immediately after the procedure?
What is apply pressure!
The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with influenza with severe vomiting. The client's hematocrit is above the normal. What is this lab result contributed to?
What is dehydration!
A client arrives at the clinic stating they have had chest pain for an hour. The health care provider orders lab studies including a troponin level. How long after the heart has been damaged will troponin be detected in the client's blood?
What is 3-4 hours after the heart has been damaged
A brain scan detects an intracranial mass: tumor, abscess, hematoma, or an aneurysm. During the procedure, a radioisotope is administered IV. How is the abnormal tissue identified?
What is abnormal tissue usually absorbs more of the isotope than normal tissue!
Calcium is secreted by which gland?
What is the parathyroid!
The clinic nurse is reviewing the lab results of a client who has several comorbidities, including diabetes and heart disease. Which is the LDL goal for this client?
What is less than 100
The nurse is caring for a client who does not produce enough insulin, resulting in the release of free fatty acids from fat stores. Which condition is the client at risk for?
What is Ketoacidosis!
The patient is taking Coumadin daily. What lab test is ordered to monitor the drug effectiveness?
What is PT/INR
Which test is useful in evaluating size, shape, and position of structures and movement within the heart, and is the test of choice for cardiac valve problems?
What is Echocardiogram!
What autoimmune disorder is often diagnosed because of hyperthyroidism?
What is Graves Disease!
A client receiving chemotherapy treatment for cancer Is having symptoms which include bruising, and frequent bleeding from the gums, nose, or GI tract. These are symptoms of which side effect of chemotherapy?
What is Thrombocytopenia
The client is diagnosed with both hypokalemia and hypocalcemia. Which additional issue does the nurse suspect as it is usually present when the serum levels of both potassium and calcium are low?
What is Hypomagnesemia