Chapter 13&14: Fluid, Electrolytes and Shock

Which could be a potential cause of respiratory acidosis?

Hypoventilation

A client with shock brought on by hemorrhage has a temperature of 97.6° F (36.4° C), a heart rate of 140 beats/minute, a respiratory rate of 28 breaths/minute, and a blood pressure of 60/30 mm Hg. For this client, the nurse should question which physician order?

"Infuse I.V. fluids at 83 ml/hour."

When vasoactive medications are administered, the nurse must monitor vital signs at least how often?

15 minutes

A client who is semiconscious presents with restlessness and weakness. The nurse assesses a dry, swollen tongue; body temperature of 99.3 °F; and a urine specific gravity of 1.020. What is the most likely serum sodium value for this client?

165 mEq/L

The nurse receives an order to administer a colloidal solution for a patient experiencing hypovolemic shock. What common colloidal solution will the nurse most likely administer?

5% albumin

When teaching a client with newly diagnosed hypertension about the pathophysiology of this disease, the nurse states that arterial baroreceptors, which monitor arterial pressure, are located in the carotid sinus. Which other area should the nurse mention as a site of arterial baroreceptors?

Aorta

Which of the following is the most common side effect of recombinant human activated protein C (rhAPC)?

Bleeding

Shock occurs when tissue perfusion is inadequate to deliver oxygen and nutrients to support cellular function. When caring for patients who may develop indicators of shock, the nurse is aware that the most important measurement of shock is:

Blood pressure.

The nurse assesses a patient who experienced a reaction to a bee sting. The patient's clinical findings indicate a pre-shock condition, which is evidenced by:

Cold, clammy skin and tachycardia.

The nurse is caring for a client in heart failure with signs of hypervolemia. Which vital sign is indicative of the disease process?

Elevated blood pressure

Which laboratory result does the nurse identify as a direct result of the client's hypovolemic status with hemoconcentration?

Elevated hematocrit level

The nurse is caring for a critically ill client. Which of the following is the nurse correct to identify as a positive effect of catecholamine release during the compensation stage of shock?

Increase in arterial oxygenation

A nurse caring for a patient with metabolic alkalosis knows to assess for the primary, compensatory mechanism of:

Increased PaCO2.

A large volume of intravenous fluids is being administered to an elderly client who experienced hypovolemic shock following diarrhea. The nurse is evaluating the client's response to treatment and notes the following as a sign of an adverse reaction:

Jugular venous distention

Which positioning strategy should be used for the client diagnosed with hypovolemic shock?

Modified Trendelenburg

What does the nurse recognize as one of the best indicators of the patient's renal function?

Serum creatinine

A client receives alteplase (t-PA). It is most important for the nurse to intervene when

The client's Glasgow Coma Score changes from 15 to 13.

A client has been treated for shock and is now at risk for which secondary but life-threatening complications? Select all that apply.

kidney failure disseminated intravascular coagulation acute respiratory distress syndrome

Oncotic pressure refers to the

osmotic pressure exerted by proteins.

The client exhibits a blood pressure of 110/68 mm Hg, pulse rate of 112 beats/min, temperature of 102°F with skin warm and flushed. Respirations are 30 breaths/min. The nurse assesses the client may be exhibiting the early stage of which shock?

septic

Which vasodilator medication is used in the treatment of shock?

Nitroglycerin

It is important for a nurse to know how to calculate the corrected serum calcium level for a patient when hypocalcemia is seen along with low serum albumin levels. Calculate the corrected serum calcium when the serum calcium is 9 mg/dL and the serum albumin is 3 g/dL.

9.8 mg/dL

When a client is in the compensatory stage of shock, which symptom occurs?

Tachycardia

A client reports muscle cramps in the calves and feeling "tired a lot." The client is taking ethacrynic acid (Edecrin) for hypotension. Based on these symptoms, the client will be evaluated for which electrolyte imbalance?

hypokalemia

The nurse is caring for a client in cardiogenic shock. The client weighs 90 kg. A dobutamine drip at 1 μg/kg/min is ordered. The dobutamine is supplied in a concentration of 500 mg in 250 mL D5W. IV infusion should be started at how many milliliters per hour?

2.7 mL/hr

The nurse is reporting the current nursing assessment to the physician. Vital signs: temperature, 97.2° F; pulse, 68 beats/minute, thready; respiration, 28 breaths/minute, blood pressure, 102/78 mm Hg; and pedal pulses, palpable. The physician asks for the pulse pressure. Which would the nurse report?

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A client is experiencing septic shock and infrequent bowel sounds. To ensure adequate nutrition, the nurse administers

A continuous infusion of total parenteral nutrition

A nurse assesses a client who is in cardiogenic shock. What statement best indicates the nurse's understanding of cardiogenic shock?

A decrease of cardiac output and evidence of tissue hypoxia in the presence of adequate intravascular volume.

At what point in shock does metabolic acidosis occur?

Decompensation (Progressive)

A client has a respiratory rate of 38 breaths/min. What effect does breathing faster have on arterial pH level?

Increases arterial pH

The nurse assesses a BP reading of 80/50 mm Hg from a patient in shock. What stage of shock does the nurse recognize the patient is in?

Progressive

Morphine sulfate has which of the following effects on the body?

Reduces preload

A nurse is caring for a client in the compensatory stage of shock. What clinical finding would the client exhibit?

compensatory respiratory alkalosis

A client with Guillain-Barré syndrome develops respiratory acidosis as a result of reduced alveolar ventilation. Which combination of arterial blood gas (ABG) values confirms respiratory acidosis?

pH, 7.25; PaCO2 50 mm Hg

In the treatment of shock, which vasoactive drug results in reduced preload and afterload, reducing the oxygen demand of the heart?

Nitroprusside

A client has been diagnosed with an intestinal obstruction and has a nasogastric tube set to low continuous suction. Which acid-base disturbance is this client at risk for developing?

Metabolic alkalosis

The nurse determines that a patient in shock is experiencing a decrease in stroke volume when what clinical manifestation is observed?

Narrowed pulse pressure

The nurse is caring for a client with a stage IV leg ulcer. The nurse is closely monitoring the client for sepsis. What would indicate that sepsis has occurred and that the nurse should notify the physician of immediately?

The client's heart rate is greater than 90 beats per minute.

The seasoned nurse is instructing the new graduate on information obtained from central venous pressure and pulmonary artery pressure. Which statement, made by the seasoned nurse, reflects the most pertinent information regarding circulation?

"A pulmonary artery pressure provides information about pressure on the left side of the heart."

The nurse is instructing a client with recurrent hyperkalemia about following a potassium-restricted diet. Which statement by the client indicates the need for additional instruction?

"I will not salt my food; instead I'll use salt substitute."

A volume-depleted patient would present with which of the following diagnostic lab results?

BUN-to-creatinine ratio of 24:1

What is a negative effect of IV nitroglycerin for shock management that the nurse should assess for in a client?

Decreased blood pressure.

With which condition should the nurse expect that a decrease in serum osmolality will occur?

Kidney failure

The central venous pressure (CVP) reading in hypovolemic shock is typically which of the following?

Low

What is the major clinical use of dobutamine?

increase cardiac output.

The weight of a client with congestive heart failure is monitored daily and entered into the medical record. In a 24-hour period, the client's weight increased by 2 lb. How much fluid is this client retaining?

1 L

A patient is admitted with severe vomiting for 24 hours as well as weakness and "feeling exhausted." The nurse observes flat T waves and ST-segment depression on the electrocardiogram. Which potassium level does the nurse observe when the laboratory studies are complete?

2.0 mEq/L

A patient's serum sodium concentration is within the normal range. What should the nurse estimate the serum osmolality to be?

275-300 mOsm/kg

The nurse knows when the cardiovascular system becomes ineffective in maintaining an adequate mean arterial pressure (MAP). Select the reading below that indicates tissue hypoperfusion.

60 mm Hg

The nurse is using continuous central venous oximetry (ScvO2) to monitor the blood oxygen saturation of a patient in shock. What value would the nurse document as normal for the patient?

70%

A confused client exhibits a blood pressure of 112/84, pulse rate of 116 beats per minute, and respirations of 30 breaths per minute. The client's skin is cold and clammy. The nurse next

Administers oxygen by nasal cannula at 2 liters per minute

The nurse is caring for a client in shock who is deteriorating. The nurse is infusing IV fluids and giving medications as ordered. What type of medications is the nurse most likely giving to this client?

Adrenergic drugs

A client is admitted to the hospital with reports of chest pain. The nurse is monitoring the client and notifies the physician when the client exhibits

Adventitious breath sounds

Which colloid is expensive but rapidly expands plasma volume?

Albumin

Which colloid solution is used to treat tissue hypoperfusion due to hemorrhage?

Albumin

Which is the most common cause of symptomatic hypomagnesemia?

Alcoholism

A client admitted with a massive myocardial infarction rapidly develops cardiogenic shock. Ideally, the physician would use the intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) to support the injured myocardium. However, this client has a history of unstable angina pectoris, aortic insufficiency, hypertension, and diabetes mellitus. Which condition is a contraindication for IABP use?

Aortic insufficiency

To evaluate a client for hypoxia, the physician is most likely to order which laboratory test?

Arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis

The nurse is caring for a patient with a diagnosis of hyponatremia. What nursing intervention is appropriate to include in the plan of care for this patient? (Select all that apply.)

Assessing for symptoms of nausea and malaise Monitoring neurologic status Restricting tap water intake

During preshock, the compensatory stage of shock, the body, through sympathetic nervous system stimulation, will release catecholamines to shunt blood from one organ to another. Which of the following organs will always be protected?

Brain

A client is diagnosed with syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH). The nurse informs the client that the physician will order diuretic therapy and restrict fluid and sodium intake to treat the disorder. If the client doesn't comply with the recommended treatment, which complication may arise?

Cerebral edema

The nurse obtains a blood pressure of 120/78 mm Hg from a patient in hypovolemic shock. Since the blood pressure is within normal range for this patient, what stage of shock does the nurse realize this patient is experiencing?

Compensatory stage

The nurse is caring for a client with a serum sodium concentration of 113 mEq/L (113 mmol/L). The nurse should monitor the client for the development of which condition?

Confusion

The nurse is caring for a client with a serum potassium concentration of 6.0 mEq/L (6.0 mmol/L). The client is ordered to receive oral sodium polystyrene sulfonate and furosemide. What other order should the nurse anticipate giving?

Discontinue the intravenous lactated Ringer solution.

Before seeing a newly assigned client with respiratory alkalosis, a nurse quickly reviews the client's medical history. Which condition is a predisposing factor for respiratory alkalosis?

Extreme anxiety

Stress ulcers occur frequently in acutely ill patient. Which of the following medications would be used to prevent ulcer formation? Select all that apply.

Famotidine (Pepcid) Ranitidine Lansoprazole

The nurse is assigned to care for a client with a serum phosphorus concentration of 5.0 mg/dL (1.61 mmol/L). The nurse anticipates that the client will also experience which electrolyte imbalance?

Hypocalcemia

A nurse educator is teaching students the types of shock and associated causes. Which combination of shock type and causative factors are correct? Select all that apply.

Hypovolemic shock; blood loss Cardiogenic shock; myocardial infarction Anaphylactic shock; nuts Septic shock; infection

When caring for a client who has risk factors for fluid and electrolyte imbalances, which assessment finding is the highest priority for the nurse to follow up?

Irregular heart rate

Which sign suggests that a client with the syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH) secretion is experiencing complications?

Jugular vein distention

The nurse is aware that fluid replacement is a hallmark treatment for shock. Which of the following is the crystalloid fluid that helps treat acidosis?

Lactated Ringer's

A client has experienced hypovolemic shock and is being treated with 2 liters of lactated Ringer's solution. It is now most important for the nurse to assess

Lung sounds

Organ failure associated with multiple organ dysfunction syndrome (MODS) usually begins in which organ?

Lungs

The nurse is caring for a client undergoing alcohol withdrawal. Which serum laboratory value should the nurse monitor most closely?

Magnesium

The nurse is planning care for a client diagnosed with cardiogenic shock. Which nursing intervention is most helpful to decrease myocardial oxygen consumption?

Maintain activity restriction to bedrest.

Which of the following would be appropriate nursing interventions for a client with hypokalemia? Select all that apply.

Offer a diet with fruit juices and citrus fruits. Monitor intake and output every shift.

A client is experiencing vomiting and diarrhea for 2 days. Blood pressure is 88/56, pulse rate is 122 beats/minute, and respirations are 28 breaths/minute. The nurse starts intravenous fluids. Which of the following prescribed prn mediciations would the nurse administer next?

Ondansetron

A client experiences an acute myocardial infarction. Current blood pressure is 90/58, pulse is 118 beats/minute, and respirations are 30 breaths/minute. The nurse intervenes first by administering the following prescribed treatment:

Oxygen at 2 L/min by nasal cannula

The nurse is assisting the physician with placing a ventricular assist device (VAD). Which assessment finding would confirm the successful implementation?

Pedal pulse stronger

When the nurse observes that the client's systolic blood pressure is less than 80 mm Hg, respirations are rapid and shallow, heart rate is over 150 beats per minute, and urine output is less than 30 cc/hour, the nurse recognizes that the client is demonstrating which stage of shock?

Progressive

A nurse is caring for a client with acute renal failure and hypernatremia. In this case, which action can be delegated to the nursing assistant?

Provide oral care every 2-3 hours.

A client with hypervolemia asks the nurse what mechanism in the sodium potassium pump will move the excess body fluid. What is the nurse's best answer?

active transport

A nurse is providing client teaching about the body's plasma pH and the client asks the nurse what is the major chemical regulator of plasma pH. What is the best response by the nurse?

bicarbonate-carbonic acid buffer system

A nurse is evaluating a client's laboratory results. What laboratory findings does the nurse determine are consistent with hypovolemia in a female client? Select all that apply.

hematocrit level of greater than 47% urine specific gravity of 1.027 urine osmolality of 150 mOsm/kg

A nurse is caring for a client in acute renal failure. The nurse should expect hypertonic glucose, insulin infusions, and sodium bicarbonate to be used to treat:

hyperkalemia.

A client with a history of anxiety experiences respiratory alkalosis. The nurse measures a respiratory rate of 46 breaths/minute, a heart rate of 110 beats/minute, a blood pressure of 162/90 mm Hg, and a temperature of 98.6° F (37° C). To help correct respiratory alkalosis, the nurse should:

instruct the client to breathe into a paper bag.

A client with cancer is being treated on the oncology unit for bilateral breast cancer. The client is undergoing chemotherapy. The nurse notes the client's serum calcium concentration is 12.3 mg/dL (3.08 mmol/L). Given this laboratory finding, the nurse should suspect that the

malignancy is causing the electrolyte imbalance.

A client with a history of depression is brought to the ED after overdosing on Valium. This client is at risk for developing which type of distributive shock?

neurogenic shock

The nurse is analyzing the arterial blood gas (ABG) results of a client diagnosed with severe pneumonia. Which of the following ABG results indicates respiratory acidosis?

pH: 7.20, PaCO2: 65 mm Hg, HCO3-: 26 mEq/L

An adult client is brought in to the clinic feeling thirsty with dry, sticky mucous membranes; decreased urine output; fever; a rough tongue; and lethargy. The nurse reconciles the client's medication list and notes that salt tablets had been prescribed. What would the nurse do next?

Consider sodium restriction with discontinuation of salt tablets.

The nurse is caring for a client with a central venous line in place for the treatment of shock. Which nursing interventions are essential for the nurse to complete in order to reduce the risk of infection? Select all that apply.

Maintain sterile technique when changing the central venous line dressing. Always perform hand hygiene before manipulating or accessing the line ports. Apply clean gloves before accessing the line port.

The nurse is caring for a client newly diagnosed with sepsis. The client has a serum lactate concentration of 6 mmol/L and fluid resuscitation has been initiated. Which value indicates that the client has received adequate fluid resuscitation?

Mean arterial pressure of 70 mm Hg

The client's lab values are sodium 166 mEq/L, potassium 5.0 mEq/L, chloride 115 mEq/L, and bicarbonate 35 mEq/L. What condition is this client likely to have, judging by anion gap?

Metabolic acidosis

Following a motor vehicle collision, a client is admitted to the emergency department with a blood pressure of 88/46, pulse of 54 beats/min with a regular rhythm, and respirations of 20 breaths/min with clear lung sounds. The client's skin is dry and warm. The nurse assesses the client to be in which type of shock?

Neurogenic