A client tells the nurse he is constipated. The initial action by the nurse in this situation is to
A) determine what the client means by constipation.
B) obtain an order for a laxative and an enema if needed.
C) encourage the client to increase fluid intake and activity.
D) assess the diet for adequacy of fiber and fluids.
A
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In the course of a focused neurologic assessment, the nurse is palpating the patient's major muscle groups at rest and during passive movement
Data gleaned from this assessment will allow the nurse to describe which of the following aspects of neurologic function? A) Muscle dexterity B) Muscle tone C) Motor symmetry D) Deep tendon reflexes
A female Hindu patient with a broken right hand has not touched her vegetarian food for several meals. The nurse intervenes once realizing the problem is
1. Hindus do not like vegetarian food. 2. Hindus can only eat after sundown. 3. Hindus avoid eating with their left hand. 4. Hindus can only eat if they are facing east.
An example of a quasi-governmental health organization is:
a. the National Science Foundation. b. a county health department. c. the American Cancer Society. d. the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
A school cafeteria is planning menus for the school year. They must follow the 2012 national law that calls for school lunch programs to
A. Have larger portions of fruits and vegetables, less sodium, and no trans fats B. Have more protein and fewer carbohydrates C. Offer 2% milk and low fat dairy products D. Places a cap on lunch calories at 900, for all grades