A nurse is caring for a client who has a diagnosis of alcohol withdrawal. Which serum laboratory value validates the client's admitting diagnosis? A serum:

magnesium of 1.8 mEq/L

potassium 3.6 mEq/L

calcium of 8.7 mg/dL

phosphorus of 1.2 mg/dl.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

Choice A rationale: A serum magnesium level of 1.8 mEq/L is lower than the normal range and can be associated with alcohol withdrawal.

Choice B rationale: Potassium level within the normal range is not specifically indicative of alcohol withdrawal.

Choice C rationale: Calcium level within the normal range is not specifically indicative of alcohol withdrawal.

Choice D rationale: Phosphorus level within the normal range is not specifically indicative of alcohol withdrawal.

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Explanation

Choice A rationale: Stage I pressure ulcers involve intact skin with non-blanchable redness, and there is no mention of intact skin in the scenario.

Choice B rationale: Stage II pressure ulcers involve partial thickness skin loss, typically presenting as an abrasion, blister, or shallow crater, which aligns with the description provided.

Choice C rationale: Stage III pressure ulcers involve full-thickness skin loss with damage to or necrosis of subcutaneous tissue but do not match the described scenario.

Choice D rationale: Stage IV pressure ulcers involve full-thickness skin loss with extensive destruction, tissue necrosis, or damage to muscle, bone, or supporting structures, which does not align with the description of partial thickness skin loss in the scenario.

A. loperamide 2 mg. B. diltiazem SR 180 mg C. acetaminophen 325 mg. D. methyldopa 125 mg

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

Choice A rationale: Loperamide 2 mg is generally available in liquid form, so crushing is not typically necessary.

Choice B rationale: Diltiazem SR 180 mg (Sustained Release) should not be crushed, as it is formulated for extended release over time.

Choice C rationale: Acetaminophen 325 mg is usually available in liquid form, so crushing may not be necessary.

Choice D rationale: Methyldopa 125 mg is generally available in liquid form, so crushing may not be necessary.

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