A 67-year-old woman whose medical history includes obesity, type 2 diabetes, and hypertension has admitted to her care provider that she has often been incontinent of urine over the past several months
In an effort to control her problem, she has been using absorbent pads but is motivated to find a solution to her overactive bladder. What goal should the patient and the nurse emphasize to restore the patient's urinary continence?
A) Making lifestyle changes that will result in weight loss
B) Changing the woman's diet to reduce her sodium intake
C) Increasing the frequency of glucometer checks and improving her glycemic control
D) Monitoring the patient's blood pressure more closely
A
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1. "This sounds like a condition known as nodularity. It is a benign disorder so you will need to monitor your breasts monthly.". 2. "Fluctuating hormone levels around the time of your period frequently causes these symptoms. I will note this in your chart and notify your primary care provider.". 3. "As long as you have not detected any lumps you have nothing to worry about.". 4. "Do you have a history of fibrocystic breast disease? These symptoms are usually seen with this disease.".
During the day shift, a patient's temperature measures 97?F (36.1?C) orally. At 2000, the patient's temperature measures 102?F (38.9?C). What effect does this rise in temperature have on the patient's basal metabolic rate?
a. Increases the rate by 7% b. Decreases the rate by 14% c. Increases the rate by 35% d. Decreases the rate by 28%
The average daily nutrient intake value estimated to meet the needs of 50% of healthy people in a selected age and gender group is:
A) AI level B) UL level C) EAR level D) RDA level
Ingestion of denture paste poses a risk for zinc toxicity.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)