In order to make suitable recommendations about carbohydrate intake, which diagnostic criteria during assessment would show the client needs to speak with a registered dietician?
A) Elevated ketones in urine sample
B) A capillary blood sugar of 75
C) A food diary and interview
D) A body mass index (BMI) of 20
A) Elevated ketones in urine sample
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Following surgical repair of a cleft palate, when soft food is introduced, the nurse modifies the care plan to include feeding safety based on the knowledge that to avoid injury to the suture line, it is best to avoid the use of a:
a. feeding dropper. b. spoon. c. syringe. d. cup.
A nurse is preparing to examine the breasts of a client. In what position should the nurse place the client?
A) Prone B) Standing C) Dorsal recumbent D) Lithotomy
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The nurse should give which instruction to the patient? 1. Decrease the dosage interval to increase the serum concentration of ergotamine. 2. Discontinue the ergotamine and take acetaminophen as a substitute. 3. Take an 81-mg aspirin tablet to improve circulation. 4. Come to the clinic for evaluation. This could be a sign of ergot toxicity.