A nurse is caring for a client who has osteoporosis and takes a daily calcium supplement. Which of the following adverse effects of calcium should the nurse suspect when the client reports having flank pain?

Hepatitis

Renal stones

Hip fracture

Pancreatitis

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

A. Hepatitis is not a known adverse effect of calcium supplementation.
B. Renal stones (kidney stones) are a potential adverse effect of excessive calcium intake, and flank pain is a common symptom of kidney stones.
C. Hip fractures are a concern with osteoporosis but not an adverse effect of calcium supplementation.
D. Pancreatitis is not a known adverse effect of calcium supplementation.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. Positioning the wrapped package with the outer flap away helps maintain sterility when opening.
B. Holding gauze packages 15 cm (6 in) above the sterile field is incorrect; sterile items should be held at least 15 cm (6 in) above the sterile field to maintain sterility.
C. Holding a bottle of solution with the label away from the palm helps prevent contamination.
D. Wearing sterile gloves when handling sterile items on the sterile field helps maintain sterility.

A. Positive Western blot test B. Platelets 150,000/mm3 C. CD4-T-cell count 180 cells/mm3 D. WBC 5,000/mm3

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. A positive Western blot test confirms HIV infection but does not provide immediate information on the client's immune status.
B. Platelets within the normal range are important but do not directly indicate the client's immune status or HIV progression.
C. CD4-T-cell count is crucial for monitoring HIV progression and immune function. A low count indicates immunosuppression and increased risk of opportunistic infections.
D. WBC count is important but does not specifically indicate the client's HIV status or immune function related to HIV.

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A nurse is caring for a client who has osteoporosis and takes a daily calcium supplement. Which of the following adverse effects of calcium should the nurse suspect when the client reports having flank pain?

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