The nurse has completed discharge teaching for a client with an anxiety disorder. Which client statement indicates that client teaching about respiratory alkalosis has been effective?
A) "I will see my counselor on a regular basis."
B) "I will breather faster when I am feeling anxious."
C) "I will eat more bananas at breakfast."
D) "I will not take antacids when I have heartburn."
Answer: A
The client understands that reducing anxiety can reduce hyperventilation and respiratory alkalosis. Seeing a counselor can help the client develop alternative strategies for dealing with anxiety. Eating bananas is more appropriate for the client at risk for metabolic alkalosis who is on diuretics. Breathing faster will increase hyperventilation. Taking too many antacids is associated with metabolic alkalosis.
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