Heparin 7.,000 units is ordered. Heparin S.000 units per mL is available, How many milliliters (mL) should the nurse administer?

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Choice A reason: Foot inspection is not an annual/yearly screening, but a daily self-care practice for people with diabetes. Foot inspection involves checking the feet for any signs of injury, infection, or ulceration, such as cuts, blisters, redness, swelling, or drainage. Foot inspection can help prevent or detect foot problems, such as neuropathy, ischemia, or infection, which can lead to amputation if left untreated. The nurse should teach Jo how to inspect his feet every day, and how to care for his feet, such as washing, drying, moisturizing, trimming nails, and wearing proper footwear.

Choice B reason: Serum creatinine (Cr) is an annual/yearly screening for people with diabetes. Serum creatinine is a blood test that measures the level of creatinine, a waste product that is filtered by the kidneys. Serum creatinine can indicate the kidney function, and detect kidney damage or disease, which is a common complication of diabetes. The nurse should explain to Jo that he needs to have his serum creatinine checked every year, and that he should keep his blood glucose and blood pressure under control, as these are the main risk factors for kidney problems.

Choice C reason: Chest X-ray is not an annual/yearly screening for people with diabetes, unless they have symptoms or risk factors for lung diseases, such as tuberculosis, pneumonia, or cancer. Chest X-ray is an imaging test that uses X-rays to produce pictures of the lungs and the chest cavity. Chest X-ray can help diagnose or monitor lung conditions, such as infections, inflammations, or tumors. The nurse should ask Jo about his history of smoking, exposure to environmental pollutants, or respiratory symptoms, such as cough, shortness of breath, or chest pain, and refer him to a doctor if he needs a chest X-ray.

Choice D reason: White blood cell count (WBC) is not an annual/yearly screening for people with diabetes, unless they have signs or risk factors for infections, such as fever, wounds, or immunosuppression. White blood cell count is a blood test that measures the number and types of white blood cells, which are the cells that fight infections and inflammation. White blood cell count can help diagnose or monitor infections, such as bacterial, viral, or fungal infections, or immune disorders, such as allergies, autoimmune diseases, or cancers. The nurse should assess Jo for any signs of infection, such as fever, chills, malaise, or pus, and advise him to seek medical attention if he has any.

Choice A reason: This statement is true. Distended neck veins are a sign of fluid volume overload, as they indicate increased central venous pressure and right-sided heart failure.

Choice B reason: This statement is false. Hypotension is a sign of fluid volume deficit, not fluid volume overload. Hypotension occurs when the blood pressure is too low to perfuse the vital organs.

Choice C reason: This statement is false. Increased serum osmolality is a sign of fluid volume deficit, not fluid volume overload. Increased serum osmolality occurs when the blood concentration of solutes, such as sodium and glucose, is too high due to fluid loss.

Choice D reason: This statement is false. Dry oral mucosa is a sign of fluid volume deficit, not fluid volume overload. Dry oral mucosa occurs when the oral cavity is dehydrated due to fluid loss.

Choice E reason: This statement is true. Decreased urine specific gravity is a sign of fluid volume overload, as it indicates diluted urine and impaired kidney function.

Choice F reason: This statement is true. Weight gain is a sign of fluid volume overload, as it indicates fluid retention and edema.

Choice G reason: This statement is false. Sunken anterior fontanelle is a sign of fluid volume deficit, not fluid volume overload. Sunken anterior fontanelle occurs when the soft spot on the baby's head is depressed due to fluid loss.