When the nurse discusses prevention of cardiac disease, falls, and depression with a group of older adults, it is important to stress the benefits of:
a. nutrition.
b. medications.
c. exercise.
d. sleep.
C
Primary prevention stresses exercise for the prevention of cardiac disease, falls, and depression.
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Which of the following interventions should a nurse implement for a client with pneumonia?
A) Institute droplet precautions. B) Place the client in semi-Fowler's position. C) Isolate suspected and confirmed clients. D) Administer antiviral prophylaxis to all clients on an affected unit.
Which type of cardiomyopathy is associated with syncope?
A) Restrictive B) Dilated C) Arrhythmic D) Hypertrophic
The nurse is planning postop care for an infant after a cleft lip repair. The plan should include:
1. Prone positioning. 2. Suctioning with a Yankauer device. 3. Supine or side-lying positioning. 4. Avoidance of soft elbow restraints.