A client asks the nurse why they are being evaluated for weight loss during a respiratory assessment. Which response should the nurse provide the client as the primary reason weight loss is assessed?
A. "Weight loss reflects poor nutrition which may affect the strength of respiratory muscles."
B. "Weight loss may have occurred as a result of lung or other diseases.
C. "Weight loss may be associated with nutritional deficiencies and places you at risk for respiratory infections."
D. "Weight loss may be associated with poor nutrition which may interfere with the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide."
Answer: B
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A. Apply ice to the nose and forehead. B. Insert rolled gauze pads into each nare. C. Assist the patient to lean back when seated. D. Pinch the nose toward the septum. E. Place the patient in a seated position.
The nurse takes into consideration that the patient who would need higher caloric intake would be the patient with a condition such as:
a. bacterial pneumonia. b. osteoporosis. c. arthritis. d. stroke.
The nurse is aware of the external influences on young and middle adult clients. With this knowledge, the nurse recognizes that which one of the following is an effective strategy to pro-mote positive health habits for this age group?
a. Teaching clients to abstain from all alcohol consumption b. Demonstrating how to take an accurate blood pressure measurement c. Determining an effective daily exercise schedule for stress reduction d. Describing the types of medications commonly used for treating depression