Would Mrs. Washington be an appropriate candidate for a stroke rehabilitation program? Why or why not?
What will be an ideal response?
• It was noted that Mrs. Washington is unable to speak and move her right side.
• An effective rehabilitation intervention initiated early after stroke can enhance the recovery process and minimize functional disability.
• Mrs. Washington may benefit from the variety of services offered, especially nutritional care, as modification of her diet plays a role in the risk for another stroke in the future.
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Describe the importance of calcium intake during adolescence. Do most adolescents meet their calcium needs?
What will be an ideal response?
A common cause of diarrhea in patients receiving enteral tube feedings is:
a. soluble fiber in the formula. b. use of certain medications. c. decreased fluid absorption from the liquid diet. d. failure to elevate the patient's head during feedings.
Which of the following foods would provide the most sodium?
a. a baked potato b. low-fat milk c. potato chips d. canned applesauce
A patient presents with elevated BUN, creatinine, and blood pressure. he complains of fatigue, confusion, easy bruising, and pruritis. the nurse recognizes these as symptoms of?
a) diuresis b) renal osteodystrophy c) uremia d) cystinuria e) gout