The nurse should be aware that the dental problem most likely to cause a person with periodontitis to seek treatment is
a. decay.
b. headaches.
c. loose teeth.
d. pain.
C
In periodontitis the inflammation extends from the gums into the alveolar bone and periodontal ligament, destroying the supporting structures of the teeth. As a result, the teeth loosen and may require extraction.
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Which items are appropriate for the nurse to include when assessing a client for falls? Select all that apply
1. Reviewing for a history of falls before admission 2. Talking with family about concerns 3. Assessing the overall physical condition 4. Assessing medication lists 5. Assessing mental status
A patient who is prescribed sucralfate asks the nurse how this drug will help treat his gastric ulcer. What is the nurse's best response?
a. "Sucralfate decreases secretion of gastric acids to help your ulcer heal." b. "Sucralfate completely blocks the secretion of gastric acids so your ulcer can heal." c. "Sucralfate treats the infection with H. pylori that is the major cause of gastric ulcers." d. "Sucralfate forms a thick coating to cover the ulcer, protect from further damage, and allow healing."
A mother brings in her 4-month-old infant for a routine checkup and vaccinations. The mother reports that her child was exposed to the flu. Which nursing action is accurate based on the current data?
1. Withhold the DTaP vaccination but give the others as scheduled. 2. Give the infant the flu vaccination but withhold the others. 3. Give the vaccinations as scheduled. 4. Withhold the vaccinations.