A Patient Reports Experiencing Weakness, Fatigue, Nausea, Vomiting, Constipation, and Nocturia

question 17

Multiple Choice

A patient reports experiencing weakness, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, constipation, and nocturia. Total serum calcium is 10.5 mg/dL. A dipstick urinalysis shows a positive result for protein. When questioned, the patient reports taking vitamin D and calcium supplements. The nurse will counsel the patient to:

• A) reduce the amount of vitamin D and stop taking the calcium.
• B) discuss taking calcitonin-salmon [Fortical] with the provider.
• C) stop both supplements and discuss the use of a diuretic with the provider.
• D) stop taking vitamin D, reduce the amount of calcium, and increase the fluid intake.

Comprehend the influence of social norms and organization on historical events such as the Holocaust.

Understand the impact of social networks on resource exchange and employment opportunities.

Examine the moral and ethical decisions within the context of group loyalty and individual action.

Appreciate the complexity of social identity and relationships within primary and secondary groups.

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Definitions:

Complex System

A system composed of interconnected parts that as a whole exhibit one or more properties (behavior among the parts) that are not obvious from the properties of the individual parts.

Meaning

The significance, definition, or purpose of something; what is intended to be expressed or indicated.

Organizations

Groups or entities that are structured and managed to meet a particular objective or set of objectives.

Goal Orientation

Refers to an individual's or organization's focus on setting and achieving specific objectives.