Labs

Question 1

Hyperphosphatemia can cause pruritus, which is itching of the skin and you see this in in stage renal patients. you want to provide good skin care with emollient lotion to help itching.

Answer 1

Phosphate level is 3 to 4.5. RN gives aluminum hydroxide within 30 minutes of a meal so phosphorus combined with the medication to lower the phosphate level four in stage renal patients.