The nurse prepares educational material on the impact of nutrient excess for a client. Which client health problem caused the nurse to focus on this instructional topic?
a. Diabetes
b. Osteoporosis
c. Diverticulitis
d. Osteoarthritis
a. Diabetes
Diet is implicated in the development and progression of diabetes. Diet is not implicated in the development progression of osteoporosis, diverticulitis, or osteoarthritis.
Nursing Process: Assessment
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A nurse is giving discharge instructions to a client recently diagnosed with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Which statements made by the client indicate a correct understanding of the teaching? (Select all that apply.)
a. "I can continue to take antacids to relieve heartburn." b. "I need to ask for an antibiotic when scheduling a dental appointment." c. "I'll need to check my blood sugar often to prevent hypoglycemia." d. "The dose of my pain medication may have to be adjusted." e. "I should watch for bleeding when taking my anticoagulants."
The nurse is assessing a 55-year-old male patient. Which of the following should be included in the sexual assessment for this patient?
a. age of first sexual experience c. occupation b. number of children d. date of last prostate exam
A person who is already homeless and receives shelter is using which type of housing?
a. Low income b. Supportive c. Emergency d. Adequate
A nurse researches the incidence of autoimmune diseases to determine clients who are at risk for the disorders. Which of the following statements regarding the etiology or incidence of these diseases is accurate?
A) There is no familial tendency in these disorders. B) Men are more likely to develop these disorders than women. C) Children are more likely to get the diseases than adults. D) Multiple autoimmune disorders are known to occur in the same client.