Fluid
The nurse prepares intravenous fluid for a client. Which mechanism should the nurse recall that represents the movement of fluid across cell membranes from an area of less concentration to an area of higher concentration?
Osmosis
Withdrawal from this substance can result in life threatening seizures
Alcohol
What is catabolism and what is it seen in?
Breaking down complex nutrients into basic elements
Illness
Hypernatremia manifestations:
S&S of FVD/ dehydration
CNS disturbances
N&V
Hyperreflexia
Seizures/ coma
Best indicator of severity of anaerobic metabolism and infection?
Lactic acid
The nurse is completing a physical assessment with a client. On which part of the body should the nurse focus when determining fluid and electrolyte status? (Select all that apply.)
A. Endocrine system
B. Cardiovascular system
C. Skin
D. Ears
E. Oral cavity
B. Cardiovascular system
C. Skin
E. Oral cavity
What precaution should EtOH detoxification patients be put on
Seizure
What type of metabolism is the Krebs Cycle used in and what does it produce?
Aerobic metabolism
Breaks down food into CO2, H2O, and 36 molecules of ATP
Calcium is located mostly in the ________ and has a reciprocal relationship with _______.
Bones
Phosphorus
Normal Magnesium range:
1.8-2.5
The nurse is preparing material on fluid compartments in the body. Which fluids should the nurse identify as the components of extracellular fluid?
A. Intravascular, interstitial, and transcellular fluids
B. Transcellular, intracellular, and extracellular fluids
C. Intravascular, interstitial, and intracellular fluids
D. Intracellular, interstitial, and intravascular fluids
A. Intravascular, interstitial, and transcellular fluids
List signs and symptoms of nicotine withdrawal
Agitation
Irritability
Insomnia
Cravings
Trouble sleeping
Increase appetite
Anxiety
Difficulty concentrating
Restlessness
What is the difference between malnutrition and starvation
Malnutrition: poor nutrition that cannot meet the body's minimum nutritional requirements
Starvation: nutrient intake in unable to meet body’s energy demands
Electrolyte requiring clotting, neuromuscular contraction, and bone integrity
Calcium
Normal albumin labs:
3.5-5
The nurse is administering a blood transfusion to a client who is hemorrhaging. In which fluid compartment should the nurse identify that the client is experiencing a deficit?
Intravascular Fluid
Treatment for opioid dependence
Inpatient treatment
MAT/suboxone programs
Psycho/behavioral therapy
The nurse is preparing instructions for a client newly diagnosed with a metabolic disorder. Which information should the nurse include during the teaching session with this client? (Select all that apply.)
A. Potential for acupuncture to disrupt optimal body functioning
B. Complications that can result from the condition
C. Proper nutrition and exercise
D. Use and potential side effects of prescribed medications
E. Use of monitoring devices, such as a glucometer
B. Complications that can result from the condition
C. Proper nutrition and exercise
D. Use and potential side effects of prescribed medications
E. Use of monitoring devices, such as a glucometer
What is magnesium responsible for?
Promotes neuromuscular integrity and promotes carb and protein metabolism
Normal BUN level:
5-25
The nurse is reviewing the fluid needs for a group of clients. Which characteristic of the intracellular fluid compartment of the body should the nurse identify?
A. Divides into intravascular, interstitial, and transcellular fluids
B. Includes cerebrospinal and peritoneal fluids
C. Serves as a medium for metabolic processes
D. Makes about one third of total body fluid in adults
C. Serves as a medium for metabolic processes
What medication can be given during acute alcohol withdrawal if librium is unavailable
Lorazepam/Ativan
What electrolyte imbalance causes patients to experiences torsades de pointes? How would you treat?
- hypomagnesemia
- CPR/ACLS protocol
- EMERGENCY
- Give Mag Sulfate
Lab value that indictaes overall immune system function
Total lymphocyte balance