The nurse determines that instruction regarding prevention of future urinary tract infections (UTIs) for a patient with cystitis has been effective when the patient states,
a. "I can use vaginal sprays to reduce bacteria."
b. "I will drink a quart of water or other fluids every day."
c. "I will wash with soap and water before sexual intercourse."
d. "I will empty my bladder every 3 to 4 hours during the day."
Answer: d. "I will empty my bladder every 3 to 4 hours during the day."
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A 23-year-old African-American woman is pregnant with her first child. Based on the statistics related to infant mortality, which of the following plans is most important for the nurse to implement?
1. Perform a nutrition assessment. 2. Refer the woman to a social worker. 3. Advise the woman to see an obstetrician and not a midwife. 4. Explain to the woman the importance of keeping her prenatal care appointments.
During episodes of physiologic stress, the body requires additional energy to restore homeostasis and hemodynamic stability. As a result, fat stores are mobilized and skeletal muscle tissue and proteins are catabolized
The term that describes this process is: 1. Hyperglycemia. 2. Hyperlipidemia. 3. Hyperkalemia. 4. Hyper metabolism.
When a bariatric bed is used,
A. king-size sheets are necessary for making the bed. B. the end of bed can be removed so the patient can step out. C. avoid nylon sheets, which increase the risk of falls. D. the patient must be moved to the floor if cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is necessary.