A community health nurse is educating a community group about the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Which of the following information would be included in this presentation?
a. Limit consumption of dairy products.
b. Purchase organic fruits and vegetables.
c. Make at least half of your grains whole grains.
d. Consume fish on a daily basis.
Answer: c. Make at least half of your grains whole grains.
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concerns in this situation. Provide rationales for your actions. What will be an ideal response?
The nurse is working with caregivers of school-age children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Which statement would be most appropriate for the nurse to make to this group of caregivers?
A) "These children study better with quiet background music such as the radio or a CD." B) "The medications your child is on may cause a decreased appetite." C) "These children function best if given a set of instructions and then left to do the task." D) "A frequent change in routine will be helpful so the child does not get bored."
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a. "Would you say your mood is often low?" b. "Are you having any trouble with your memory?" c. "Have you noticed an increase in your alcohol use?" d. "Do you often experience moderate-to-severe pain?"
A healthcare professional is assessing a patient who has cancer and a hemoglobin of 8.8 mg/dL. What factors should the professional assess the patient for?
a. Chronic bleeding b. Malabsorption of iron c. Malnutrition d. Recent blood transfusion e. Current infection