A patient with alcoholism is on a detoxification unit. What nutritional deficit would the nurse expect in this patient?
A) Vitamin C
B) Vitamin A
C) Vitamin K
D) Vitamin D
C
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The HIV client has developed lipodystrophy. What may lipodystrophy result in? Select all that apply
A) Weight change D) Social stigmatization B) Insulin resistance E) Lowered triglycerides C) Hypertriglyceridemia
A female client is being discharged after a lengthy hospitalization. The family is from a male-dominated culture. Before discharge instructions are given, which action should the nurse take?
1. Make sure instructions are understood by the client. 2. Arrange for teaching when the spouse is available. 3. Make sure that the physician gives the instructions. 4. Ask the client when the best time for teaching would be.
What instruction should the nurse give a diabetic patient on insulin when propranolol is prescribed?
1. "You need to increase your insulin to allow for the additive effects of the propranolol." 2. "Propranolol may potentiate the effects of the insulin, so the dose should be reduced." 3. "Propranolol has no effects on diabetes or on insulin requirements." 4. "Propranolol may mask signs of hypoglycemia. Use signs other than rapid heart rate to know when your glucose is too low."
The community nurse is caring for a client at 32 weeks' gestation diagnosed with preeclampsia. Which statement indicates that additional information is needed about the health problem?
1. "My urine may become darker and smaller in amount each day." 2. "Lying on my left side as much as possible is good for the baby." 3. "I should call the doctor if I develop a headache or blurred vision." 4. "Pain in the top of my abdomen is a sign my condition is worsening."