A nurse is conducting a health history interview for an older adult. Which of the following questions or statements would be important for nutritional assessment?
A) "Why don't you eat more meat? You need protein."
B) "When did you first notice that you had this sore on your heel?"
C) "What kinds of foods did you prepare when your husband was alive?"
D) "What prescribed and over-the-counter medicines do you take?"
D
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A female patient asks the nurse about ways to prevent recurrent cystitis. What is an appropriate nursing response?
1. "Void before and as soon as possible after sexual intercourse.". 2. "Clean the perineal area from back to front.". 3. "Soak in a bathtub at least once a week.". 4. "Wear clean, nylon underpants.".
Tablets can only be broken if they are _________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
When the LPN/LVN participates in the evaluation phase of the nursing process, she or he compares the patient's responses with the
a. nursing orders. b. outcome criteria. c. nursing diagnosis. d. database.
Which are examples of primary prevention activities? (Select all that apply.)
A) A program helping military veterans with amputations adapt to their new circumstances B) HIV screening open to the whole faith community C) A weight-lifting program for seniors to maintain strong bones D) A community vegetable garden to promote healthy eating E) Leg exercises to help people recovering from hip fractures to walk again