A client receiving ferrous sulfate (Feosol) tells the nurse they are experiencing constipation. Which intervention should the nurse recommend?
A. Laxatives
B. Increase fluids and high fiber foods in the diet
C. Self-administer Fleet® enemas
D. Increase exercise
Answer: B
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A client admitted with chronic venous insufficiency has an infected wound of the left lower extremity. Which clinical manifestations does the nurse anticipate during the client's assessment?
Select all that apply. A) Pulses absent in the extremity with the wound B) Wound that is pink with skin warm C) Ulceration that is pale in color D) Skin surrounding ulcer that is cool to the touch E) Surrounding skin brown in color
The nurse is instructing a patient with low levels of circulating thyroid hormone. The nurse should encourage the patient to increase foods containing which nutrient?
1. iodine 2. calcium 3. phosphorus 4. vitamin D
The nurse is reviewing orders written for a patient being treated for Legionella pneumophila. Which antibiotics should the nurse expect to be prescribed for this patient?
Select all that apply. 1. rifampin 2. macrolide 3. prednisone 4. erythromycin 5. fluoroquinolone
A teenager commits suicide after revealing to his parents that he is a homosexual. Which information would be appropriate for a nurse to share with the family at this time?
A) Funeral arrangement information B) Education on the grieving process C) Medication evaluation referrals D) Gay and lesbian support group times and locations