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Exam 2: NU176 / NU 176 (Latest
2025 / 2026) Geriatric Nursing | Questions & Answers | 100 % Correct | Grade A - Galen
Question:
what to teach bout plavix
Answer:
do not use regular razor, monitor for blood gums, monitor for bloody stool, use soft brittle tooth brush
Question:
s/s chronic renal failure
Answer:
anorexia, itching- due to toxins, n/v, yellow/grey skin tone, edema
Question:
tx for chronic renal failure
Answer:
hemodialysis 1 / 3
Question:
major complication with hemodialysis
Answer:
hypotension
Question:
lab to monitor for lasix
Answer:
potassium - normal level (3.5-5)
Question:
diet for pt. with chronic renal failure
Answer:
low sodium, low potassium, 8-10g of protein, 2500-3000 calories
Question:
A pt with a fistula needs
Answer:
auscultate bruit, palpate for thrill
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Question:
epoetin alfa
Answer:
used for anemia - increases RBC's
Question:
can an LPN love Epoetin alfa
Answer:
yes- subcutaneous
Question:
pt. receiving peritoneal dialysis
Answer:
dwells then removes fluids back out of peritoneal
Question:
major side effect of peritoneal dialysis
Answer:
peritonitis; cloudy, severe abdominal pain, slow drainage
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