When Assessing a Patient with Increased Extracellular Fluid (ECF) Osmolality

question 10

Multiple Choice

When assessing a patient with increased extracellular fluid (ECF) osmolality, the priority assessment for the nurse to obtain is

• A) mental status.
• B) skin turgor.
• C) capillary refill.
• D) heart sounds.

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Definitions:

Twisted Mainshaft

A mainshaft in a gearbox or transmission that has been deformed or bent, affecting its ability to rotate smoothly.

Gear Ratio

The ratio of the rotational speeds of the first and last gears in a transmission, reflecting the difference between the input and output gears.

Shock Load

A sudden and extreme force or load applied to a structural component or system, often exceeding the designed stress limits.

Mineral-Based

Refers to substances or products derived from minerals, often used in context with lubricants, coolants, or other industrial fluids.