which statement by the nurse indicates a need for further education on the role of water as a body
fluid ? CORRECT ANSWER water is transported to cells when it is attached to electrolytes.
which statement concerning the measurement of intake and output is true? CORRECT ANSWER when possible intake and output should be measured rather than estimated.
what statement concerning fluid balance demonstrates a need for additional instruction concerning fluid intake and output? CORRECT ANSWER a balance between fluid intake and output must be achieved each day to maintain homeostasis
what determines the acidity of a substance like body fluids? CORRECT ANSWER the number of H+ ions
hyponatremia is associated with a decrease of which electrolyte? CORRECT ANSWER sodium
hypokalemia is confirmed by what serum blood result CORRECT ANSWER potassium 3.0 mEq/l
what pathology is responsible for metabolic acidosis CORRECT ANSWER a decrease in bicarbonate or an increase in hydrogen ions
reduced skin turgor is characteristically altered among which population? CORRECT ANSWER older adults
which diagnostic test serves as the basis for determining acid base imbalances? CORRECT ANSWER ABG
In addition to regular monitoring of serum potassium level, which. intervention will the nurse implement to address the safety needs of a pt prescribed iv potassium chloride? CORRECT ANSWER securing ECG regularly