Celiac disease is a genetic autoimmune disorder that results in a permanent intolerance to certain proteins. What should clients with celiac disease avoid?
A) Puffed rice B) Cream of wheat C) Cream of rice D) Corn flakes
B
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Certain proteins found in wheat, barley, and rye will cause inflammation of the proximal small intestinal mucosa.
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There are various perspectives that can be used in pharmacoeconomic analysis. Which of the fol-lowing may be considered perspectives from which to view pharmacoeconomic analyses? Select all that apply
a. Society b. Payor c. Medical facility d. Health care provider e. Patient f. Local community
A patient is to receive testosterone therapy via a transdermal patch. He asks the nurse, "Why am I getting a patch? Can't I just take a pill?" Which response by the nurse is correct?
a. "The patch reduces the incidence of side effects." b. "If you don't take the patch, you will have to have injections instead." c. "The patch allows for better absorption of the medication." d. "You will only have to change the patch weekly."
A clientt is prescribed to receive a tube feeding of 600 mL ½ strength Ensure over 4 hours. The infusion set delivers 15 gtt/mL. How many drops per minute should the nurse set the tube feeding to provide to the client?
1. 24 gtt/mL 2. 38 gtt/mL 3. 43 gtt/mL 4. 51 gtt/mL
After completing the initial assessment, the nurse is able to identify the client's teaching needs as well as the support system in the home environment. The main reason that education is a common intervention in the home care setting is related to:
1. Lack of knowledge related to health conditions and self-care. 2. The fact that there is little time to complete education in the acute care setting. 3. The fact that teaching someone who is willing to learn is easier in the home. 4. The need for reimbursement for education by Medicare.