has lost weight, and urinates frequently even in the night. Her labs show: sodium, 154 mEq/L; osmolarity 340 mOsm/L; glucose, 127 mg/dl; and potassium, 3.9 mEq/L. Which nursing diagnosis is priority?
The complete blood count (CBC) is the cornerstone for diagnosis of hematologic disturbances and is often part of a minimum database in sick patients. The CBC includes numeric data indicating the concentration of different cell types, as well as other estimations of red blood cell mass (hemoglobin...
Following a thorough assessment, a nursing diagnosis is formulated to specifically address the challenges associated with chronic kidney disease (CKD) based on the nurse’s clinical judgement and understanding of the patient’s unique health condition. Whilenursing diagnosesserve as a framework fororganiz...
Anticoagulant drugs increase the risk of bleeding. It is important for the patient to know the signs of bleeding so that they can report them as soon as they are noted to ensure timely intervention. Possible types of bleeding include epistaxis, bleeding gums,hematuria, hematochezia, hematemesis, ...
Antimicrobial therapy is prescribed for the majority of suspected UTIs that do not meet these minimum criteria. Urine specimens are frequently positive regardless of symptoms. These observations underscore the need to reconsider the diagnosis and the initiation of treatment for suspected U...
Weight loss is not a nursing diagnosis. Ineffective breathing pattern may be a problem, but this diagnosis does not specifically address the problem of weight loss described by the client. 66. 1. A client with COPD is at high risk for development of respiratory infections. COPD is a slowly ...
Conclusion:The development and promotion of renal biopsy helps to improve the diagnosis and treatment of child renal disease and promote the development of pediatric nephrology. Scientific treatment and nursing intervention can effectively reduce the incidences of hematuria,hematoma and other complications ...
25. A client is admitted with the diagnosis of pulmonary embolism. While taking a history, the client tells the nurse he was admitted for the same thing twice before, the last time just 3 months ago. The nurse would anticipate the health care provider ordering ...
Emphasis has been placed on cancer management from the point of diagnosis, as well as treatments and their associated risks. As a result of increased technology and improved treatment modalities, more people are now surviving cancer and go on to live longer and healthier lives. While such an ...
The presence of microscopic hematuria can be suggestive of renal stones. Early diagnosis of urinary tract obstruction is paramount since most cases are correctable and can prevent irreversible renal injury. USG is the preferred imaging test for most patients, given its widespread availability, safety,...