An adolescent is prescribed fluoride because of issues with water in the home. For which reason should the nurse instruct the client to avoid taking the fluoride supplement with calcium?
a. Increases fluoride absorption
b. Increases calcium absorption
c. Decreases fluoride absorption
d. Decreases calcium absorption
c. Decreases fluoride absorption
Co-administration of calcium and fluoride can result in 10—25% decreased absorption of fluoride since they compete for the same binding sites. Inadequate fluoride has been shown to increase the risk for dental caries. Calcium is needed to maintain bone mineral density, and decreased levels could lead to osteoporosis.
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A) Adapt interventions to the family's stage of development. B) Begin at the family's level of functioning. C) Recognize the variations in family structures. D) Focus on the individual members of the family.
Which of the following instructions will the nurse provide to a patient with inflammatory bowel disease regarding nutritional management of this condition?
A) Consume a bland, high-residue, high-protein, and high-vitamin diet. B) Consume a bland, low-residue, low-protein and low-vitamin diet. C) Consume a bland, low-residue, high-protein, and high-vitamin diet. D) Consume a bland, high-residue, low-protein, and low-vitamin diet.
When applying transdermal patches, the nurse must _____ the application site to reduce the incidence of a localized skin reaction
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
A 54-year-old businessman who experienced a stroke four days ago has been discharged from the hospital and will be undergoing outpatient rehabilitation. He should expect which of the following with this level of care?
A. Admission to the rehabilitative unit of the hospital B. Scheduled appointment times for therapy C. Home visits from all members of the multidisciplinary team D. House calls from his primary health care provider