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Question 1 of 5

Which ion does aldosterone stimulate the kidneys to reabsorb?

A. calcium

B. sodium

C. potassium

D. bicarbonate

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: sodium

Question 2 of 5

Which food is most important for the nurse to encourage a client with osteomalacia to include in a daily diet?

A. Fortified milk and cereal

B. Green leafy vegetables

C. Red meat and eggs

D. Citrus fruits and juice

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Fortified milk and cereal

Question 3 of 5

The nurse caring for a patient who will receive penicillin to treat an infection asks the patient about previous drug reactions. The patient reports having had a rash when taking amoxicillin (Amoxil). The nurse will contact the provider to

A. discuss giving a smaller dose of penicillin.

B. discuss using erythromycin (E-mycin) instead of penicillin.

C. request an order for diphenhydramine (Benadryl).

D. suggest that the patient receive cefuroxime (Ceftin).

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: discuss using erythromycin (E-mycin) instead of penicillin.

Question 4 of 5

Reno' means?

A. Urine

B. Rectum

C. Kidney

D. Ureters

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Kidney

Question 5 of 5

Which of the following has a function in maintaining the acid-base balance of the body?

A. Juxtaglomerular cells

B. Principal cells

C. Intercalated cells

D. Macula densa

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Intercalated cells

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