An elderly patient in the ICU has been on bed rest for the past 48 hours, has had decreased intake of food and fluids, and is taking multiple medications
Which of the following conditions is the patient especially prone to, given her situation? Select all that apply.
A) Constipation
B) Dehydration
C) Muscle atrophy
D) Decreased glomerular filtration rate
E) Malignant lesions
F) Presbycusis
A, B, C
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1. Screen all members for lead levels. 2. Monitor lead levels in the family members. 3. Encourage the safe removal of lead-based paint in the homes. 4. Institute chelating measures for lead removal in the family members.
The client who is managing diabetes through diet and insulin control asks the nurse why exercise is important. Which is the best response by the nurse to support adding exercise to the daily routine?
A) Increases ability for glucose to get into the cell and lowers blood sugar B) Creates an overall feeling of well-being and lowers risk of depression C) Decreases need for pancreas to produce more cells D) Decreases risk of developing insulin resistance and hyperglycemia
The nurse is caring for a patient who was admitted to the coronary care unit following an acute myocardial infarction (AMI) and percutaneous coronary intervention the previous day. Teaching for this patient would include
a. when cardiac rehabilitation will begin. b. the typical emotional responses to AMI. c. information regarding discharge medications. d. the pathophysiology of coronary artery disease.
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a. Western Blot b. Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) c. Venereal Disease Research Laboratory (VDRL) test d. Viral load