Interpret the arterial blood gas results, including the type of acid-base imbalance and compensatory effort. pH 7.50 PaCO2 42 mmHg HCO3 35 mEq/L PaO2 85 mmHg Interpretation: Answer in this order: Blank 1: Compensation Status (Fully Compensated, Partially Compensated, Uncompensated) Blank 2: Body system (respiratory or metabolic) Blank 3: Acidosis or Alkalosis
The nurse is caring for a client with thrombotic thrombocyto…
The nurse is caring for a client with thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP) who has been placed on thrombocytopenic precautions. Which of the following interventions would the nurse utilize for this client? (Select all that apply)
The nurse is caring for a client who is on a mechanical vent…
The nurse is caring for a client who is on a mechanical ventilator. Blood gas results indicate a pH of 7.50 and a PCO2 of 30 mm Hg. The nurse has determined that the client is experiencing respiratory alkalosis. Which electrolyte value would most likely be observed with this acid-base imbalance?
Which of the following pairs of cell characteristics are spe…
Which of the following pairs of cell characteristics are specific to malignancy, or a cancer diagnosis?
Review the case below to fill in the blanks below. Place the…
Review the case below to fill in the blanks below. Place the number of your choice in each blank. DO NOT type in the words! Ex 1_ABG Case Study.png Based on the information above, the nurse anticipates as evidenced by and secondary to . *Place the number of your choice in each blank. DO NOT type in the words! Blank 1 Blank 2 Blank 3 Respiratory alkalosis Respiratory acidosis Metabolic acidosis Metabolic alkalosis Blood pressure Temperature Respiratory rate Heart rate EBL 400 mL Medications administered to patient Colon mass Reports of pain
A 70-year-old male with a diagnosis of pneumonia is admitted…
A 70-year-old male with a diagnosis of pneumonia is admitted to the hospital with increased shortness of breath and a SpO2 of 85% on 4L of oxygen per nasal cannula. He is alert but mildly anxious and able to speak in full sentences. Which oxygen delivery device should the nurse choose to improve his oxygenation while ensuring adequate oxygen levels?
The nurse is caring for a patient receiving chemotherapy wit…
The nurse is caring for a patient receiving chemotherapy with the side effect of bone marrow suppression. For which of the following complications should the nurse monitor? (Select all that apply)
A 45-year-old male with a history of chronic lung disease is…
A 45-year-old male with a history of chronic lung disease is admitted with acute hypoxic respiratory failure. He is restless, using accessory muscles to breathe, and his SpO2 is 88% on 6 L/min of oxygen via nasal cannula. His ABG indicates respiratory alkalosis. Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement first to improve oxygenation?
When a vesicant chemotherapy drug extravasates, which of the…
When a vesicant chemotherapy drug extravasates, which of the following actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply.)
A 70-year-old male patient has multiple myeloma. His wife ca…
A 70-year-old male patient has multiple myeloma. His wife calls to report that he sleeps most of the day and complains of nausea, bone aches, and constipation. Upon assessment, the nurse notes decreased patellar reflexes, and vital signs are as follows:Vital Signs: Blood Pressure Heart Rate Respiratory Rate Temperature Oxygen Saturation (SpO2) 158/94 48 12 98.6°F 95% on room air Which electrolyte imbalance is the most likely cause of these signs and symptoms?