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33. A nurse is caring for a client with a serum magnesium level of 1 mg/dL. Which clinical cue should the nurse prioritize when assessing for potential complications related to hypomagnesemia?

33. A nurse is caring for a client with a serum magnesium level of 1 mg/dL. Which clinical cue should the nurse prioritize when assessing for potential complications related to hypomagnesemia?

34. A client who is postoperative is receiving IV fluids and a unit of whole blood. The nurse should observe the client for which of the following as an early sign of circulatory overload?

42.  A nurse is reviewing laboratory values and clinical signs of a client with suspected fluid and electrolyte imbalances. Prioritize from 1 to 4, with one being the highest priority, the order in which the nurse should assess to ensure client safety? 1. Assess cardiac rhythm and vital signs to detect dysrhythmias related to electrolyte imbalances 2. Evaluate serum sodium levels to determine the severity of hyponatremia or hypernatremia 3. Check for muscle spasms and tetany to assess for hypocalcemia manifestations 4. Obtain a detailed intake and output record to evaluate fluid volume status

40. A patient with heart failure is experiencing fluid retention and elevated blood pressure. Laboratory results show elevated sodium levels. Which nursing intervention should be prioritized to manage this patient’s sodium imbalance and fluid status?  

45. During an assessment, the nurse learns that an older client has been taking twice the prescribed amount of calcium supplements. The client reports fatigue, constipation, and decreased appetite. Which nursing interventions are appropriate for this client? (Select all that apply.)

48. A nurse is caring for a client with fluid volume excess due to heart failure who exhibits bilateral crackles in lung fields, +2 pitting edema in lower extremities, bounding pulse, and oxygen saturation of 93%. Which nursing action should be immediately prioritized to improve the client’s condition?

The nurse is caring for a patient who is prescribed Lanoxin (digoxin). The patient’s apical pulse rate is 78 beats per minute. The nurse would:

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