The MD told Mrs. R that if she lost weight, she might not need the medication and could be free of her symptoms. Describe the relationship between obesity, diabetes, and metabolic syndrome
Obesity results in increased triglycerides and enlarged fat cells. In some individuals this can result in insulin resistance and cause Type 2 Diabetes. If the person loses weight, the insulin resistance may decrease and the diabetes be resolved.
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The daughter of an 89-year-old resident in a long-term care facility asks if she may give her father an over-the-counter (OTC) antihistamine that she uses for seasonal allergy. What is the nurse's most appropriate response?
a. "Yes. OTCs are mild and very helpful." b. "No. Many antihistamines cause confusion in the older adult." c. "Yes. The drug might energize him so he won't be so drowsy." d. "No. Allergic symptoms should be al-lowed to run their course."
A patient presents to the emergency department with nausea and severe, colicky back pain that radiates into the groin. When asked to locate the pain, he points to the right costovertebral angle region
His physical examination is unremarkable. Which of the following lab tests is most important for the diagnosis? A. Urinalysis B. Serum electrolyte levels C. Digital rectal exam D. Lumbar x-ray
The female client on the surgical unit is being prepared for abdominal surgery with general anes-thesia. In preparing this client for surgery, the nurse should:
1. Leave all of her jewelry intact 2. Provide her with sips of water for a dry mouth 3. Remove her makeup and nail polish 4. Remove her hearing aid before transport to the operating room
Which statement is most reflective of Madeleine Leininger's theory of cultural care?
a. The goal of her theory is to guide research that will assist nurses to provide culturally congruent care. b. The model for cultural competence stresses teamwork in providing culturally sensitive and competent care to improve outcomes for individuals, families, and communities. c. The model focuses on five components of cultural competence: Awareness, skills, knowledge, encounters, and desire. d. The theory focuses on increasing levels of one's consciousness to improve the possibilities to provide culturally competent care.