A Client Diagnosed with Chronic Renal Failure Is Experiencing Muscle

question 5

Multiple Choice

A client diagnosed with chronic renal failure is experiencing muscle weakness, paresthesias, and depression. Which of the following do these assessment findings suggest to the nurse?

• A) Hyperkalemia
• B) Hyponatremia
• C) Hypocalcemia
• D) Hypermagnesemia

Develop skills in crafting specific content types like news releases, Op-Eds, and multimedia materials.

Understand the process of targeting and engaging with media professionals to maximize PR outcomes.

Recognize the value of audience analysis and the potential biases in communication.

Understand the importance of respecting religious beliefs and practices in patient care.

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Definitions:

Oxygen-Hemoglobin Dissociation Curve

Graph describing the relationship between the percentage of hemoglobin saturated with oxygen and a range of oxygen partial pressures.

Exercise

Physical activity that is planned, structured, and repetitive for the purpose of conditioning any part of the body, improving health, and maintaining fitness.

Alveolus

A small air sac within the lungs where the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide takes place during respiration.

Pulmonary Capillary

A small, thin-walled blood vessel located in the lungs where gas exchange between the blood and alveoli occurs.