MED 2049 - Renal EXAM 1.

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MED 2049 - Renal EXAM 1. 1. Discuss what a nurse caring for a pt with ESRD should be monitoring. • Assess for fluid excess: lung sounds, jugular vein distention (JVD), edema, hypertension • Mo... nitor for S/S of electrolyte imbalance • Monitor VS, daily weight, strict I&O • Assess for anemia • Provide high calorie diet low in protein, sodium, potassium, and magnesium • Provide medications as prescribed: anti-hypertensives, iron supplements, folic acid, kayexalate, erythropoietin alfa, phosphate binders, calcium, vitamin D 2. What are expected finding in the ESRD pt? [Show More]

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