Electrolytes adaptive quiz -IV fully solved & updated (graded A+).

Electrolytes
adaptive quiz -IV
fully solved &
updated (graded
A+)
A patient with respiratory acidosis has partial pressure of arterial carbon
dioxide (PaCO2) of about 50 mm Hg and blood pH of 6.5. Which intervention
is preferable to regain acid-base balance in the body?


1)
Providing a paper bag to breathe into
2)
Administering bronchoconstrictors
3)
Administering sodium bicarbonate antacids
4)
Using intermittent positive pressure breathing - answer Correct 4
Using intermittent positive pressure breathing

, While assessing an older patient, the nurse finds that the patient has
seizures and tetany. Which laboratory value alteration does the nurse infer
from this?


1
Sodium deficiency
2
Calcium deficiency
3
Chlorine excess
4
Magnesium excess - answer Correct2




Calcium deficiency


A nurse is caring for a patient with a history of fluid retention. Which
assessment is the best way to monitor fluid balance in this patient?
1
Weigh the patient weekly.
2
Maintain strict intake and output.
3
Weigh the patient daily after the morning shower.
4
Record only what fluid is left on meal trays - answer Correct3




Weigh the patient daily after the morning shower.