A nurse is teaching a parent of an infant about gastrointestinal reflux disease. Which of the following should the nurse include in the teaching? (Select all that apply)
A. offer frequent feedings
B. Thicken formula with rice cereal
C. Use a bottle with a one-way valve
D. Position baby upright after feedings
E. Use a wide-based nipple for feedings
A. offer frequent feedings
B. Thicken formula with rice cereal
D. Position baby upright after feedings
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A nurse working in a community clinic usually is consistent about screening women for intimate partner violence (IPV). However, the nursing manager found two charts during an audit in which the nurse did not do the screening
When asked, the nurse stated that the two women were lesbians, so she did not need to screen them. What response by the manager is best? a. "Lesbians who are in intimate relationships are considered intimate partners." b. "There is a specific screening tool just for lesbians and homosexuals." c. "You have to screen all women for IPV regardless of their sexual preference." d. "You're right; lesbians have a far lower rate of IPV than heterosexuals do."
The nurse reviews discharge instructions for a client recovering from a hemorrhoidectomy. Which statements indicate that teaching has been effective? (Select all that apply.)
1. "I should take a stool softener as prescribed." 2. "I should maintain bed rest for several weeks." 3. "I should drink at least 2 quarts of fluid each day." 4. "I should avoid eating all fresh fruit and vegetables." 5. "I should take a sitz bath after each bowel movement for 1 to 2 weeks after surgery."
A client with cirrhosis is prescribed lactulose (Cephulac), which causes diarrhea. What should the nurse explain about this medication?
1. Prevents gastrointestinal bleeding 2. Reduces serum ammonia levels 3. Prevents constipation 4. Promotes excess fluid loss