The nurse is caring for a client with a serum cholesterol of 250 mg/dL, an HDL cholesterol of 30 mg/dL, and triglycerides of 550 mg/dL. The nurse would identify this client's coronary heart disease risk as being:
a. low.
b. borderline.
c. high.
d. not enough information to determine.
ANS: C
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1. Skin care 2. Instilling eyedrops 3. Self-catheterization 4. Administering subcutaneous medications
The nursing Kardex is part of the patient's permanent health record
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
__________ is death of bone tissue due to diminished or absent blood supply
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
The nurse is caring for a 78-year-old client who is taking an anticholinergic medication and complains of dry mouth. The nurse should encourage the client to:
A) Chew hard candies. B) Rinse the mouth with a mouthwash. C) Use more seasonings on food. D) Drink decaffeinated beverages often.