a nurse is caring for clients with electrolyte imbalances on a medical surgical unit which clinical manifestations are correctly paired with the cont
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ATI Fluid Electrolyte and Acid-Base Regulation

1. A nurse is caring for clients with electrolyte imbalances on a medical-surgical unit. Which clinical manifestations are correctly paired with the contributing electrolyte imbalance? (Select all that do not apply.)

Correct answer: B

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2. . A medical nurse educator is reviewing a patients recent episode of metabolic acidosis with members of the nursing staff. What should the educator describe about the role of the kidneys in metabolic acidosis?

Correct answer: B

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3. A nurse assesses a client who is prescribed a medication that inhibits aldosterone secretion and release. For which potential complications should the nurse assess? (Select all that apply.)

Correct answer: A

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4. You are called to your patients room by a family member who voices concern about the patients status. On assessment, you find the patient tachypnic, lethargic, weak, and exhibiting a diminished cognitive ability. You also find 3+ pitting edema. What electrolyte imbalance is the most plausible cause of this patients signs and symptoms?

Correct answer: C

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5. A nurse teaches a client who is prescribed a central vascular access device. Which statement should the nurse include in this clients teaching?

Correct answer: C

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