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Title: The nurse observes that the handgrip of the client with hypophosphatemia has dim Post by: nurse2mrow on Sep 5, 2014 The nurse observes that the handgrip of the client with hypophosphatemia has diminished in strength since the last assessment 2 hours ago. What is the nurse’s best first action?
A. Document the finding as the only action. B. Assess respiratory status immediately. C. Apply elastic wraps to the lower extremities. D. Assess deep tendon reflexes. Title: Re: The nurse observes that the handgrip of the client with hypophosphatemia has dim Post by: padre on Oct 15, 2014 B
Decreased handgrip strength indicates worsening of the hypophosphatemia and general muscle weakness. Muscle weakness can impair respiratory effort and reduce gas exchange to the point that the client becomes hypoxemic. Title: Re: The nurse observes that the handgrip of the client with hypophosphatemia has dim Post by: nurse2mrow on Oct 27, 2014 Thank you for this, it helped me understand it perfectly.
Title: Re: The nurse observes that the handgrip of the client with hypophosphatemia has dim Post by: padre on Oct 27, 2014 Hey, no worries.
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