End-stage renal disease
End-stage renal disease ( 49 Questions)
This is incorrect. Administering a bolus of IV fluid may worsen fluid overload and electrolyte imbalances in the client with ESRD. It is not an appropriate intervention for muscle cramps and twitching.
This is incorrect. Vigorous physical exercise may exacerbate muscle cramps and twitching in clients with ESRD. Encouraging moderate physical activity is more appropriate.
This is correct. Muscle cramps and twitching in clients with ESRD are often associated with elevated phosphate levels in the blood. Phosphate-binding medications can help reduce phosphate levels and alleviate these symptoms.
This is incorrect. While dietary protein intake may need to be adjusted for clients with ESRD, restricting protein intake to minimal levels can lead to malnutrition and other complications. It is not an appropriate intervention for muscle cramps and twitching.
A. This is incorrect. Administering a bolus of IV fluid may worsen fluid overload and electrolyte imbalances in the client with ESRD. It is not an appropriate intervention for muscle cramps and twitching.
B. This is incorrect. Vigorous physical exercise may exacerbate muscle cramps and twitching in clients with ESRD. Encouraging moderate physical activity is more appropriate.
C. This is correct. Muscle cramps and twitching in clients with ESRD are often associated with elevated phosphate levels in the blood. Phosphate-binding medications can help reduce phosphate levels and alleviate these symptoms.
D. This is incorrect. While dietary protein intake may need to be adjusted for clients with ESRD, restricting protein intake to minimal levels can lead to malnutrition and other complications. It is not an appropriate intervention for muscle cramps and twitching.