The 40-year old female patient was recently diagnosed with breast cancer. The nurse understands which factor is most important in determining prognosis?
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The 42-year-old male patient presents with the following arterial blood gas results: pH = 7.29, PCO2 = 40 mmHg, HCO3- = 15 mmol/L. Additional laboratory results are significant for a sodium of 154 mEq/L, chloride of 120 mmol/L, a glucose of 245 mg/dL, albumin of 4 g/dL. Which of the following is the most accurate interpretation of these results?
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The patient complains of cold intolerance, weight gain, and hair loss. The nurse notes periorbital and generalized, non-pitting edema. The patient’s blood pressure is 98/64 mmHg and heart rate is 48 bpm. The nurse anticipates which lab result?
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