A 37-year-old client diagnosed with chronic kidney disease (CKD) is being treated for renal osteodystrophy

A 37-year-old client diagnosed with chronic kidney disease (CKD) is being treated for renal osteodystrophy. Which nursing diagnosis is most likely to be included in this client’s plan of care? A.Hygiene self-care deficit related to uremic frost. B.High risk for infection related to subclavian catheter. C.High risk for injury related to ambulation. D.Knowledge deficit related […]

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During the orientation phase of the nurse-client relationship, which of the following will occur

During the orientation phase of the nurse-client relationship, which of the following will occur? A.Rapport is established. B.Information regarding the client is obtained from the chart. C.One’s feelings are examined. D.Problem-solving skills are identified. The Correct Answer and Explanation is: The correct answer is A. Rapport is established. Explanation: The orientation phase of the nurse-client

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A nurse is educating a client about the different types of dialysis

A nurse is educating a client about the different types of dialysis. The client asks which type of dialysis uses the peritoneal membrane as a filter. Which of the following responses by the nurse is accurate?A “Hemodialysis uses the peritoneal membrane as a filter.”B “Continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD) uses the peritoneal membrane as a

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A nurse is educating a client about the different types of dialysis

A nurse is educating a client about the different types of dialysis. The client asks which type of dialysis uses the peritoneal membrane as a filter. Which of the following responses by the nurse is accurate?A “Hemodialysis uses the peritoneal membrane as a filter.”B “Continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD) uses the peritoneal membrane as a

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An adult client experiences a gasoline tank fire when riding a motorcycle and is admitted to the emergency department (ED

An adult client experiences a gasoline tank fire when riding a motorcycle and is admitted to the emergency department (ED. with full thickness burns on both lower extremities. Which percentage of body surface area should the nurse document in the electronic medical record (EMR)? A.18% B.27% C.36% D.45% The correct answer and Explanation is :

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A client with chronic kidney disease (CKD) is at risk of developing ascites due to impaired fluid regulation

A client with chronic kidney disease (CKD) is at risk of developing ascites due to impaired fluid regulation. The nurse explains that the kidneys’ primary function related to fluid balance is:A.Regulation of blood glucose levels. B.Maintenance of acid-base balance. C.Production of red blood cells. D.Filtration and excretion of waste products. The correct answer and Explanation

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A new mother on the postpartum unit runs out of the room screaming that her newborn infant’s crib is empty and the baby is missing

A new mother on the postpartum unit runs out of the room screaming that her newborn infant’s crib is empty and the baby is missing. Which action should the nurse take first? A. Ask the mother if any visitors were expected to arrive.B. Match ID bands of all infants and mothers on the unit.C. Determine

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A client with a complex cardiac history is scheduled for transthoracic echocardiography

A client with a complex cardiac history is scheduled for transthoracic echocardiography. What should the nurse teach the client in anticipation of this diagnostic procedure? A.The test is noninvasive, and nothing will be inserted into the client’s body. B.The client’s pain will be managed aggressively during the procedure C.The test will provide a detailed profile

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