J.F.K, a 64-year old male, is admitted to a medical critical care unit in Addisonian crisis. He is exhibiting signs of tachycardia and extreme dehydration. Lab results reveal the electrolyte imbalances of hyponatremia, hyperkalemia, and hypoglycemia. 1: Identify 4 key priority nursing interventions for this patient and the rationale (4 points-.5 points for intervention and .5 points for rationale) 2: How much of the adrenal gland is destroyed before clinical signs and symptoms of Addison’s disease become apparent (1 point) 3: What expected laboratory findings would you anticipate for 1) pH, 2) BUN and creatinine, and 3) Cortisol (3 points-.5 points for lab finding and .5 points for rationale)
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