The Nurse Is Monitoring the Laboratory Values of a Patient

question 8

Multiple Choice

The nurse is monitoring the laboratory values of a patient with acute pancreatic dysfunction.Which values would indicate further assessment is required? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
Select all that apply.

• A)Hemoglobin level 13.5 mg/dL
• B)Serum sodium level 143 mEq/L
• C)Serum potassium level 4 mEq/L
• D)Serum calcium level 8 mg/dL
• E)BUN level is 80 mg/dL

Understand the definition and characteristics of various sleep disorders.

Recognize the prevalence and impact of hypersomnolence and its association with mood disorders.

Identify the gender and age demographics most affected by chronic insomnia.

Differentiate between hypersomnolence and other sleep disorders such as insomnia and narcolepsy.

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