Asked by Jenny Flores on May 20, 2024

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Which statements said by patients indicate that the nurse's teaching regarding prevention of acid-base imbalances is successful? (Select all that apply.)

A) "Baking soda is an effective and inexpensive antacid."
B) "I should take my insulin on time every day."
C) "My aspirin is on a high shelf away from children."
D) "I have reliable transportation to dialysis sessions."
E) "Fasting is a great way to lose weight rapidly."

Acid-base Imbalances

A disruption in the equilibrium of the body's acid and base levels, which can significantly affect bodily functions.

Insulin

A hormone produced by the pancreas that regulates blood glucose levels by facilitating the uptake of glucose into cells.

Dialysis

Dialysis is a medical process that removes waste products and excess fluid from the blood when the kidneys are not able to perform these functions naturally.

  • Understand practices that prevent acid-base imbalances.
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Marie JonesMay 22, 2024
Final Answer :
B, C, D
Explanation :
Taking insulin as prescribed helps prevent diabetic ketoacidosis. Safeguarding aspirin from children prevents metabolic acidosis from increased acid intake. Regular dialysis reduces the risk of metabolic acidosis from decreased renal excretion of metabolic acid. Baking soda is sodium bicarbonate and should not be used as an antacid due to the risk of metabolic alkalosis. Fasting without carbohydrate intake is a risk factor for starvation ketoacidosis.