The nurse is caring for a patient who is placed on a modified bland diet. Which of the following should be removed before serving the patient's dinner tray?
a. Mayonnaise
b. Pepper
c. Salt
d. Sugar
ANS: B
Pepper, which is spicy, would not be included in a bland diet.
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1. Dry each foot carefully 2. Wash under the breasts and allow to air dry 3. Retract the prepuce to expose the glans penis for cleaning 4. Wipe the perineum of males and females from front to back 5. Trim toenails
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
An older patient with mild arthritis pain asks the nurse what can be taken to help with the minor discomfort. How should the nurse respond to this patient?
1. Ibuprofen should be used on an empty stomach. 2. Aspirin in the best choice because it has fewer side effects. 3. Acetaminophen (Tylenol) is a good choice for mild pain, but check with your doctor. 4. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications are used for patients with a stomach ulcer history.
Which of the following occurs when the body's core temperature is reduced below normal??
A) Hyperkalemia B) Hypothermia C) Vasodilatation D) Hyperthermia