Age, weight, and sleep can influence blood pressure readings
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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The nurse is performing a review of systems on a 76-year-old patient. Which of these statements is correct for this situation?
a. The questions asked are identical for all ages. b. The interviewer will start incorporating different questions for patients 70 years of age and older. c. Questions that are reflective of the normal effects of aging are added. d. At this age, a review of systems is not necessaryâ€"the focus should be on current problems.
Health care agencies receiving federal funds must provide patients written information about:
a. advance health care directives. b. the financial status of the institution. c. how to sign out against medical advice. d. the institution's policy on resuscitation of individuals.
When assessing a client's sexuality, which of the following should the nurse do?
a. Use medical jargon b. Use open-ended questions c. Use closed questions d. Limit conversation
The nurse is preparing to instruct a patient newly diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) about dietary considerations. What should the nurse include in these instructions?
Select all that apply. 1. "Avoid peppermint." 2. "Meals should be small and more frequent." 3. "Have a bedtime snack." 4. "Be sure to eat at least one citrus fruit per day." 5. "Alcohol should be limited to two drinks per day."