The nurse is caring for a client on a limited income who has been diagnosed with kwashiorkor. Which foods does the nurse suggest to improve the client's nutritional status with minimal in-crease in food costs?
a. Oatmeal and bananas
b. Tomato soup with oyster crackers
c. Omelet made with cheddar cheese
d. Whole wheat pasta with tomato sauce
C
Kwashiorkor develops as a result of lack of protein intake despite adequate calories. The client needs to increase protein-containing foods. Eggs and cheese are high-protein foods that are less expensive than meats. Pasta, vegetables, fruit, and oatmeal have less protein than eggs and cheese.
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A) White blood cell count of 24,000/mm3 B) Respiratory rate of 24 C) Blood pressure of 100/60 D) Heart rate 96 E) Atrial fibrillation
A nurse is obtaining a patient history. The nurse enters the information into a handheld as the client speaks to her and asks questions clearly and concisely
The nurse asks questions regarding information the patient has already given. The patient says, "Are you listening to me?" How should the nurse respond? A. "Yes, I'm listening." B. "I'm sorry, I'm a bad typist." C. "This form is ridiculous because it asks the same question." D. "This system is new and I do not want to forget anything you tell me."
The nurse identifies a nursing diagnosis of Ineffective airway clearance for a patient, age 64, who has undergone a pneumonectomy. A common etiology for this nursing diagnosis in patients who have had a pneumonectomy is
a. thick, copious secretions. b. surgical incision pain. c. presence of chest tubes. d. mechanical ventilation.
Consumers have access to a wide range of resources that have the potential for informing their healthcare decisions. Which is impacted the most because of these resources?
A) Understanding how electronic health records work B) Developing a cryptic password C) Upgrading personal software D) Self-care