ATI Fundamental Proctored Exam Chapter 25 Candile Practice Questions

What is the normal range of serum calcium in adults?

Lena Mason, who has diabetes, is admitted in a stuporous condition. Her blood gases show a pH of 7.33, PaCO2 of 40 mm Hg, and HCO3- of 20 mEq/L. What type of acid-base imbalance does this patient have?

Which transport mechanism involves cellular energy?

The nurse points out that electrolytes are essential for health. Nonelectrolytes include:

Which patient is at the highest risk for dehydration?

A nurse is reviewing the arterial blood gas (ABG) results of a client. The client's ABGs are:

pH 7.6

PaCO2 40 mm Hg

HCO3 32 mEq/L
Which of the following acid-base conditions should the nurse identify the client is experiencing?

What is the normal range of serum sodium in adults?

The nurse is caring for a client with leukemia and notes that the client has poor skin turgor and flat neck and hand veins. The nurse suspects hypernatremia. Which sign/symptom would the nurse expect to note in this client if hypernatremia is present?

The nurse observed that a client with diabetic ketoacidosis is experiencing abnormally deep, regular, and rapid respirations. How would the nurse document this observation in the medical record?