NCLEX-RN
Fluid and Electrolytes NCLEX RN Questions Questions
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Based on the results, which of the following orders should the nurse anticipate the physician would order? Laboratory: pH 7.33 [7.35-7.45], PaCO2 53 mm Hg [35-45 mm Hg], HCO3 24 mEq/L [22-28 mEq/L], PaO2 95 mm Hg [80-100 mm Hg]
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The ABG shows respiratory acidosis (pH 7.33, PaCO2 53 mm Hg). Bronchodilators (
B) improve ventilation, reducing PaCO2. Supplemental oxygen (
A) is unnecessary as PaO2 is normal. Insulin (
C) and sodium polystyrene (
D) address metabolic issues, not respiratory acidosis.
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