Dialysis
Dialysis ( 46 Questions)
This statement is incorrect. Monitoring hemoglobin levels is essential for clients with ESRD and during hemodialysis, but it is not directly related to the administration of heparin.
This statement is accurate. While a drop in platelet count is not uncommon during heparin administration, the nurse should closely monitor the client's platelet count to detect any significant changes or potential complications related to heparin-induced thrombocytopenia.
This statement is incorrect. Monitoring blood glucose levels is important, especially for clients with diabetes or those at risk of hypoglycemia during dialysis, but it is not specifically related to heparin administration.
This statement is incorrect. Monitoring blood urea nitrogen (BUN) levels is crucial for clients with ESRD, but it is not directly related to the administration of heparin during hemodialysis.QUESTIONS
A) This statement is incorrect. Monitoring hemoglobin levels is essential for clients with ESRD and during hemodialysis, but it is not directly related to the administration of heparin.
B) This statement is accurate. While a drop in platelet count is not uncommon during heparin administration, the nurse should closely monitor the client's platelet count to detect any significant changes or potential complications related to heparin-induced thrombocytopenia.
C) This statement is incorrect. Monitoring blood glucose levels is important, especially for clients with diabetes or those at risk of hypoglycemia during dialysis, but it is not specifically related to heparin administration.
D) This statement is incorrect. Monitoring blood urea nitrogen (BUN) levels is crucial for clients with ESRD, but it is not directly related to the administration of heparin during hemodialysis.
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