The characteristic of COPD that puts the patient at risk for the nursing diagnosis of "Imbalanced nutrition: less than body requirements" is:
1. increased metabolism.
2. anxiety.
3. chronic constipation.
4. excessive respiratory effort.
4
Respiratory effort interferes with swallowing, depletes energy, and increases calorie needs.
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The nurse is obtaining the services of a translator to assist with the assessment of a non-English speaking client. What should the nurse take into consideration when using a translator? (Select all that apply.)
1. Look at the client when talking. 2. Use a family member to reduce the cost. 3. Ask questions in groups to reduce repetition. 4. Have the translator ask the client questions from a printed paper. 5. Arrange the room so the client can see the nurse and translator.
Which of these drugs is classified as a central nervous system stimulant?
a. alcohol c. barbiturates b. cocaine d. benzodiazepines
Which of the following groups of clients should not be administered potassium iodide?
A) Those who are allergic to corticosteroids B) Those who are pregnant C) Those who are on medications such as cough medicines D) Those who are allergic to seafood
The nurse is assessing a patient with retinitis pigmentosa. Which findings should the nurse identify as consistent with this health problem?
Select all that apply. 1. loss of visual acuity 2. loss of peripheral vision 3. progressive night blindness 4. one dilated, unresponsive pupil 5. reduced perception of blue-green tones