Which of the following statements by a client would indicate a need for nutritional instruction?
1. "The six classes of nutrients are carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals, and water."
2. "Nutrition can affect health positively or negatively."
3. "Excessive intake of a nutrient can interfere with other nutrients."
4. "Milk is the perfect food containing all essential nutrients."
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A 70-year-old woman has been prescribed an antimicrobial drug for the treatment of a urinary tract infection (UTI). What teaching point should the nurse prioritize when providing patient education?
A) "Make sure that you take all the pills that you're prescribed, even if your infection gets better." B) "Try to avoid over-the-counter medications until you've finished your antibiotics." C) "Make sure that you don't miss a dose of your medication, because you'll then have to begin the cycle from the beginning." D) "Increase the dose of your antibiotics if you aren't feeling better within 48 hours."
Hallux valgus may manifest by which of the following signs and symptoms?
A) Deviation of a great toe laterally B) A great toe pulled in an upward position C) An abnormally high arch of the foot D) A diminished longitudinal arch of the foot
The patient tells the nurse, "I can never seem to get warm lately and decided to come to the clinic." The nurse records this under which section of the health history?
A) Past health history B) Present health status C) Reason for seeking care D) Objective assessment data
A 92-year-old client is brought to the emergency department with complaints of fever, nausea, and vomiting for the past 2 days. The client denies thirst, and urine specific gravity is below normal values
The nurse would interpret this finding to be consistent with which of the following? 1. Fluid overload 2. Normal changes of aging 3. Dehydration 4. Congestive heart failure