Mr. Kaye has become septic following a perforated diverticulum. In order to meet his nutritional needs, he should receive
A) a low residue diet with high protein and calorie supplements.
B) intermittent enteral feedings.
C) continuous enteral feedings.
D) total parenteral nutrition (TPN).
D
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What information should the nurse coordinating an immunization program for health care workers and patients include?
A) Health care workers are at high risk for hepatitis B because of its airborne transmission. B) Immunization against hepatitis B involves a series of two injections given 6 months apart. C) The hepatitis B virus can't exist outside the body for more than a few minutes. D) Hepatitis B immunization should be given to neonates before they leave the hospital.
The client has an incomplete upper motor neuron lesion. What complication should the nurse be alert for in this client?
A. Contractures B. Hyperreflexia C. Hypotension D. Visual disturbances
Which action should the nurse incorporate into a care plan for a 14-year-old child in the emergency department?
a. Limit the number of choices to be made by the adolescent. b. Insist that parents remain with the adolescent. c. Provide clear explanations and encourage questions. d. Give rewards for cooperation with proce-dures.
If clients want to use the food label to check the number of kilocalories in a product, they should also check the
a. calories from fat. b. servings per container. c. Percent Daily Value. d. ingredient list.