A nurse is assessing a client who has heart failure and is taking furosemide. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the client is experiencing fluid volume deficit?

Weight gain

Distended neck veins

Shortness of breath

Elevated hematocrit level

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

Fluid deficit causes the loss of the plasma component of blood. The levels of blood cells remain constant despite the loss of plasma resulting in hemoconcentration. Hemoconcentration is observed as an elevated hematocrit level on a full blood count test.

A,B,C- features of fluid overload

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

Alendronate is a bisphosphonate used in clients with osteoporosis of different origins. It is used to increase bone density. Dexa scan is used to assess bone mineral density in osteoporotic clients
A,B,D-Alendronate has no effect of urine specific gravity, Blood sugar levels or cerebrospinal fluid

A. Hypoglycemia B. Bradycardia C. Hypothermia D. Hypokalemia

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

Buspirone is an anxiolytic agent that primarily acts as a serotonin 5-HT1A receptor agonist. It is thought to cause bradycardia by enhancing serotonergic activity in the brain, which can influence heart rate. The exact mechanism of how buspirone causes bradycardia is not fully understood, but it is believed to be related to its action on the central nervous system and its effects on neurotransmitters.

A,C,D- Not related to buspirone

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