A Nurse Is Caring for a Child Who Is Scheduled

question 40

Multiple Choice

A nurse is caring for a child who is scheduled for a kidney biopsy.The prebiopsy laboratory results indicate a platelet count of 88,000,pH of 7.28,and potassium of 5.8 mEq/L.Based on these laboratory results,which action by the nurse is the most appropriate?

• A) Ensure signed consent is on the chart.
• B) Document the findings in the chart.
• C) Notify the provider immediately.
• D) Prepare to administer Kayexalate (sodium polystyrene).

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Definitions:

Yan Liben

a prominent Chinese painter and government official of the Tang Dynasty, renowned for his portraits, particularly of historical figures and court members.

Exemplar Virtue

An individual or character that embodies ideals and moral qualities that are admired or sought after, serving as a model for ethical behavior.

Thirteen Emperors

A series of portraits by the Chinese painter Yan Liben, depicting thirteen Chinese emperors from various dynasties, showcasing the imperial lineage and Confucian ideals of governance.

Shang Bronze

Artifacts made of bronze from the Shang Dynasty (c. 1600–1046 BCE) in China, renowned for their artistic and technological sophistication.