Studies have shown that the incidence of neural tube defects has been greatly reduced by the use of:
a. Vitamin A
b. Vitamin B
c. Niacin
d. Folic acid
D
There has been a steady decline of cases of neural tube defects because of daily use of folic acid.
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Once a client is admitted and all the admission data are collected, the nurse is expected to develop an initial plan for the client's care. By what point after admission should the nurse develop the plan?
A) No later than 48 hours B) No later than 24 hours C) No later than 72 hours D) No later than 30 hours
When caring for a patient with a neurologic impairment and his or her family, what are the mutual goals?
A) Achieve as high a level of function as possible. B) Enhance the quantity of life. C) Teach the family proper care of the patient. D) Provide community assistance.
The client is a 72-year-old man who has just been prescribed an antihistamine for viral rhinitis. The nurse should caution the client that these medications may worsen which one of the client's coexisting medical problems?
A. Asthma B. Hypotension C. Kidney stones D. Urinary retention
During a health history, the nurse asks a patient of American Indian heritage to explain the concept of HEALTH. In this heritage, how is HEALTH defined? Select all that apply
1. Living in total harmony with nature 2. Survival instinct 3. Treating the body with respect 4. Treating the earth with respect