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CRITICAL-CARE-EXIT-HESI QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS (LATEST UPDATE)

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CRITICAL-CARE-EXIT-HESI QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS (LATEST UPDATE) 1.A client, receiving treatment for diabetic ketoacidosis, begins to demonstrate confusion, lethargy, and an irregular pulse. The n ... urse should assess which laboratory value first for this client? A Sodium. B Potassium. C Magnesium. D Phosphate. 2.The central venous pressure readings for a client have been between 2 and 4 mm Hg. The latest reading is 9 mm Hg. What does this reading suggest to the nurse? A The client’s status is improving. B The client’s blood pressure is falling. C The client is developing hypovolemia. D The client is developing fluid overload. 3.The nurse is instructing a client recovering from the insertion of an implanted cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) device. What should be included in these instructions? A Wear a Medic Alert bracelet or tag identifying that an ICD device is implanted. B Wear tight-fitting clothes over the insertion site to keep the device snugly in place. C Follow normal activities of daily living without alteration. D Weakness and dizziness are expected effects with the device. 4.While caring for a client with traumatic facial injuries, the nurse notes bloody drainage with a yellowish ring on the pillow case behind the client’s right ear. What should the nurse do to assist this client? A Assist the client to a sitting position. B Turn the client onto the right side. C Pack the ear with gauze. D Restrict the client’s activities and notify the physician. 5.The nurse is caring for a client with hyperosmolar hyperglycemic nonketotic syndrome (HHNS). What will be the goals of care for this client? (Select all that apply.) A Correct fluid imbalance. B Correct electrolyte imbalances. C Lower blood glucose levels with insulin. D Treat underlying condition. E Treat metabolic acidosis. [Show More]

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