The nurse has completed the education for a client prescribed psyllium mucilloid (Metamucil). Which statement made by the client indicates further teaching is required?
A. "I don't need to drink extra fluids while I take this prescription."
B. "My cholesterol level will be reduced somewhat with this prescription."
C. "This prescription is a lot more natural than other laxatives."
D. "This prescription takes several days to work."
Answer: A
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A) "High blood sugar levels and low protein levels may occur." B) "Excessive bleeding and double vision may occur." C) "Confusion and diarrhea may occur." D) "Hypotension and cramping may occur."
Which statement is correct regarding breathing?
a. Before inspiration, the pressure inside the chest cavity is higher than atmospheric pressure. b. During expiration, the intrathoracic pressure rises to allow the air to escape into the atmosphere. c. When the chest wall moves, the lungs move. d. During inspiration, the chest wall is com-pressed.
Many nursing skills needed in emergency or disaster situations are familiar to nurses. What is an example of a routine nursing activity that needs to be completed during stage 2 of preparedness?
A) Develop/implement prevention strategies for worksites, community sites, and home. B) Participate in agency or community vulnerability assessments and strategies for improvement. C) Locate/be able to respond to institutional emergency plans. D) Organize and participate in community immunization activities.
A teaching plan for a patient with hyperlipidemia would instruct the patient to avoid which food(s)? (Select all that apply.)
a. Hard cheeses b. Egg whites c. Unsaturated vegetable oils d. Green vegetables e. Liver