Nsg 533 Exam 1 Questions And Answers Rated A+

explain bilirubin {Ans: a pigment that is released when RBC break down --> pigment is released into the bloodstream as unconjugated bilirubin, which cannot be excreted into the urine --> taken up by the liver cells --> binds to glucuronic acid --> becomes conjugated bilirubin, which can be excreted in the urine}if ECF Calcium is low ---> {Ans: parathyroid glands increase the release of PTH --> activate Vitamin D, increase Calcium reabsorption, decrease phosphate reabsorption}define iatrogenic {Ans: etiology of disease as a result of surgical/medical intervention}ischemia {Ans: reduced blood flow}treatment for hypokalemia {Ans: Potassium replacement 40-80mEq/day if renal function normal}what other ion works in conjunction with calcium? {Ans: phosphate}