A client with advanced cancer is started on morphine, an opiate analgesic. The client is also on a tricyclic antidepressant and an anithistamine. What is the priority nursing intervention at this time?
a. initiate bowel program to prevent constipation
b. establish activity / exercise program
c. counsel client about allergy testing
d. conduct a nutritional analysis
a
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Gluconeogenesis occurs in the:
a. muscles. b. pancreas. c. liver. d. spleen.
Which information is essential as part of educating a client with heart failure about fluid restriction?
a. Increase sodium intake to offset fluid loss b. Count all beverages and foods such as soups, sherbet, and gelatin within the fluid allowance c. Use warm or hot foods to control thirst d. Check body weight 3 times daily e. Limit fluid intake to 4 quarts per day
Nonmilk complementary foods should be introduced to an infant between 4 and 6 months of age
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
A 27-year old male is experiencing:
a. nitrogen balance b. negative nitrogen balance c. positive nitrogen balance d. anabolism