HESI RN Exit Exam 2024 Quizlet

Question 1 of 5

A client with a history of chronic kidney disease (CKD) is admitted with hyperkalemia. Which clinical finding is most concerning?

A. Peaked T waves on the ECG B. Bradycardia C. Muscle weakness D. Decreased deep tendon reflexes

Question 2 of 5

A 26-year-old female client is admitted to the hospital for treatment of a simple goiter, and levothyroxine sodium (Synthroid) is prescribed. Which symptoms indicate to the nurse that the prescribed dosage is too high for this client?

A. Palpitations and shortness of breath B. Bradycardia and constipation C. Lethargy and lack of appetite D. Muscle cramping and dry, flushed skin

Question 3 of 5

A client with type 1 diabetes is admitted with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). Which clinical finding is most concerning?

A. Serum glucose of 500 mg/dL B. Serum glucose of 600 mg/dL C. Serum potassium of 5.5 mEq/L D. Serum bicarbonate of 18 mEq/L

Question 4 of 5

A client with type 2 diabetes is admitted with hyperglycemic hyperosmolar syndrome (HHS). Which laboratory value requires immediate intervention?

A. Serum glucose of 600 mg/dL B. Serum osmolarity of 320 mOsm/kg C. Serum sodium of 130 mEq/L D. Serum potassium of 5.0 mEq/L

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Which laboratory value should be reported to the healthcare provider immediately?

A. Serum creatinine of 2.0 mg/dl B. Hemoglobin of 10 g/dl C. Potassium of 6.5 mEq/L D. Blood glucose of 150 mg/dl

HESI RN Exit Exam 2024 Quizlet

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