When describing colostrum to the new mother, the nurse states that it is:
a. slightly yellow and low in protein.
b. slightly yellow and provides antibodies.
c. creamy and high in fat and protein.
d. colorless and high in fat and carbohydrates.
B
Colostrum is slightly yellow in color and is rich in antibodies.
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a. Class I b. Class II c. Class III d. Class IV
When the client asks the nurse about the use of therapeutic herbs, the nurse's most instructional response would be
a. "Herbs are not regulated and may pose health risks if used with prescribed drugs." b. "Herbs have many qualities; some effects are good, and some are not." c. "I have heard many people have used some herbal remedies and had good re-sults." d. "If you are getting relief from some herbal remedy, there is probably no harm in it."
The nurse prepares written handouts to be used as part of the standardized teaching plan for patients who have been recently diagnosed with diabetes. What statement would be appropriate to include in the handouts?
a. Eating the right foods can help in keeping blood glucose at a near-normal level. b. Polyphagia, polydipsia, and polyuria are common symptoms of diabetes mellitus. c. Some diabetics control blood glucose with oral medications, injections, or nutritional interventions. d. Diabetes mellitus is characterized by chronic hyperglycemia and the associated symptoms than can lead to long-term complications.
Assessment of a patient reveals that the area directly under the heating pad is slightly red. How should the nurse respond?
a. Continue the therapy. b. Apply a cold compress. c. Reduce the amount of heat. d. Remove the pad and reassess in 5 minutes.