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Med-Surg Nursing Question | update COMPREHENSIVE QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED ANSWERS (100% accurate solutions) | ALREADY GRADED A+ A patient with chronic kidney disease is prescribed Kayexalate (sodium polystyrene). What is the primary purpose of this medication? A. Increase sodium absorption B. Exchange sodium for potassium in the colon C. Decrease fluid retention D. Lower blood pressure Answer: B - Kayexalate exchanges sodium for potassium in the colon to lower potassium levels. A patient reports feeling weak and dizzy and exhibits a blood pressure of 90/60 mmHg. Which electrolyte imbalance is most likely? A. Hyperkalemia B. Hyponatremia C. Hypernatremia D. Hypocalcemia Answer: B - Hyponatremia can lead to weakness, dizziness, and low blood pressure. A nurse is preparing to administer an intramuscular injection. What is the preferred site for adults? A. Deltoid muscle B. Vastus lateralis C. Ventrogluteal site D. Dorsogluteal site Answer: - The ventrogluteal site is safest for IM injections in adults due to less risk of nerve or vessel injury. A patient presents with sensory deprivation. Which interventions should the nurse implement? (Select all that apply.) A. Provide music therapy B. Encourage family visits C. Limit the use of bright lights D. Offer tactile objects E. Restrict television use Answer: A, B, D - Music, family visits, and tactile objects reduce sensory deprivation. Bright lights and restricting stimuli worsen it. The nurse is conducting medication teaching for a patient. Which elements should be included? (Select all that apply.) A. Right time of medication B. Purpose of the medication C. Cost of the medication D. Potential side effects E. Lifestyle modifications

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