Nur 2244 renal exam Guides d'étude, Notes de cours & Résumés

20. A male client with a tentative diagnosis of hyperosmolar hyperglycemic nonketotic syndrome (HHNS) has a history of type 2 diabetes that is being controlled with an oral diabetic agent, tolazamide (Tolinase). Which of the following is the most important laboratory test for confirming this disorder? a. Serum potassium level b. Serum sodium level c. Arterial blood gas (ABG) values d. Serum osmolarity Rationale: Serum osmolarity is the most important test for confirming HHNS; it’s also ...