An older patient does not understand why the hemoglobin level is low despite eating a healthy diet. How should the nurse respond?
A. "As we age, the amount of iron absorbed by our body decreases."
B. "You might not be eating as well as you think."
C. "This happens as you get older."
D. "Menopause is responsible for these changes."
Answer: A
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a. before the first missed menstrual period." b. the day after unprotected intercourse." c. within 7 weeks of conception." d. immediately after ovulation."
Which best describes a goal?
a. It is measurable and has a time limit. b. It is a broad statement that describes the intended change in the patient's behavior. c. It is a direct result of analysis of collected data. d. It includes both objective and subjective data.
A child has a history of hypoparathyroidism. While assessing the child, a nurse would expect to find:
1. A short, thick neck for a girl. 2. A malnourished child. 3. A small-statured boy. 4. A tall-statured girl.
There are often barriers that educators must overcome. Which of the following is an example of an educator barrier? Educators:
1. Know more about the subject than the learners 2. May not have visual aids to teach the topics 3. Can only work with people of their own culture 4. May fear public speaking