A client with acute lymphocytic leukemia who is on chemotherapy has developed
stomatitis. What instruction should the nurse give to this client?
A) Use alcohol-containing commercial mouthwashes
B) Floss the teeth after meals on a regular basis
C) Clean the teeth using a brush with hard bristles
D) Rinse the mouth thoroughly after meals and at bedtime
D
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A nurse is conducting a community presentation on heart disease, cholesterol, and risk factors. The nurse determines that the class has been successful when the class identifies which of the following as true?
A) Low-fat diet raises LDL cholesterol levels. B) Being overweight causes HDL levels to go up. C) Physical activity raises HDL cholesterol levels. D) Excess body weight causes LDL cholesterol to go down.
Which of the following would the nurse most likely assess in a client diagnosed with right-sided heart failure?
1. Distended neck veins 2. Oliguria 3. Cough with frothy blood-tinged sputum 4. Syncope
A nurse at a rehabilitation center is required to administer medications to clients via enteral and parenteral routes. Which of the following should the nurse be aware of with reference to enteral and parenteral administration?
A) Parenteral administration means medication administration through the digestive tract. B) Intradermal indicates an enteral method of medication administration. C) Absorption rate of oral medications given via the enteral method is rapid. D) Among parenteral injections, intravenous medications are most rapidly absorbed.
A nurse is caring for an older adult who does not comply with the medication program because of forgetfulness. What is the best technique for the nurse to do to help the client in taking her medications?
A) Provide medications on time every day. B) Place a list of medications in the client's wallet. C) Use organizers to place daily medications. D) Appoint a volunteer to assist with administration of medication.