The general goal for hemoglobin A1C level among nonpregnant adults is less than 7%. When the thyroid gland is hypoactive, as in hypothyroidism, the thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) level is high. When the thyroid gland is overactive, as in hyperthyroidism, the TSH level is low.POCKET CARD...
The creatinine is high, possibly indicating the client has serum sickness nephritis. Blood urea nitrogen and white blood cell count are both normal. Hemoglobin is not related. .A client calls the clinic to report exposure to poison ivy and an itchy rash that is not helped with over-the-count...
The nursing careplanninggoals for patients with fractures typically includepainmanagement, promoting optimal healing and mobility, preventing further injury, and providing education and support to the patient and the family aboutself-careand rehabilitation. Nursing Problem Priorities The following are the nu...
Recombinant humanerythropoietin(rHuEPO), a hematological growth factor, increases hemoglobin and decreases the need for RBC transfusions. It is a biopharmaceutical drug given to clients who have low hemoglobin related to anemia. However, some clients repeatedly receiving rHuEPO develop anti-rHuEPO neutrali...
21. Which of the following treatment goals is best for the client with status asthmaticus? Avoiding intubation Determining the cause of the attack Improving exercise tolerance Reducing secretions 22. Dani was given dilaudid for pain. She’s sleeping and her respiratory rate is 4 breaths/minute. If...
Nursing Goals Major goals for patients with heart failure include promoting physical activity, reducing fatigue, alleviating symptoms offluid overload, managing anxiety, fostering patient empowerment in decision-making, and providing comprehensive health education to the patient and their family. Goals and...
If cancer is advanced, it is emotionally helpful for the client to be able to set realistic activity goals to achieve optimal independence. A declining activity level usually signifies progressive or recurrent disease but also may be due to adverse effects of treatment (Tan & Karim, 2022). ...
These devices can compensate for impaired function and enhance the level of activity. The goals of using such aids are to promote safety, enhance mobility, avoid falls, and conserve energy. Using these devices correctly ensures the client maintains balance, reduces the risk of falls, and prevents...
Goals and expected outcomes may include: The client remains normotensive throughout the remainder of the pregnancy. The client reports absence and/or decreased episodes ofdyspnea. The client alters activity level as the condition warrants. The client adheres to thetherapeutic regimenand participates in...
Changes may reflect alterations in renal function and the need for dialysis. Findings of granular, muddy brown casts in urine sediment are highly suggestive of acute tubular necrosis (ATN). Reddish brown or cola-colored urine suggests the presence of myoglobin or hemoglobin (Workeneh & Batuman,...