A patient diagnosed with peptic ulcer disease (PUD) asks if surgery will be necessary. How should the nurse respond?
A. "Taking the appropriate medications makes surgery rarely necessary."
B. "Surgery has a higher success rate than medication therapy alone."
C. "Surgery is required in about 50% of cases."
D. "If you take your medications and follow the prescribed diet, you will likely not need surgery."
Answer: A
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1. The patient needs to avoid use of over-the-counter decongestants. 2. If alcohol is ingested, the patient may experience a lethal reaction. 3. The patient needs to avoid use of over-the-counter products that contain alcohol. 4. The patient will feel less pleasure from using alcohol while taking the medication.
How should a nurse describe a patient who has a functional interaction of the cognitive, affective, behavioral, and social dimensions of his personality?
a. Effectively organized b. Personally satisfied c. Well rounded d. Mentally healthy
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A) Below 60 mg/dL B) Between 60 and 120 mg/dL C) Between 120 and 180 mg/dL D) Above 180 mg/dL
The nurse is working with a client who is hoping to become pregnant. The nurse has explained the importance of increasing intake of folate-rich foods. What food selection indicates the client has understood the teaching?
1. Fresh orange juice 2. Spinach salad 3. Hamburger 4. Milk