A patient reports heavy menstrual periods, easy fatigability, and a general lack of energy. This patient may be suffering from:

1. acute renal failure.
2. iron-deficiency anemia.
3. hypokalemia.
4. dehydration.


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Heavy menstrual periods and multiple pregnancies in women may produce anemia.

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During a home visit, an older patient recovering from cardiac surgery is concerned about weakness and not being able to enjoy dancing with the spouse anymore. What would be an appropriate response for the nurse to make to the patient?

1. "It's okay, honey. In time your strength will return." 2. "Tell me more about not feeling able to do what you want to do." 3. "What type of dancing do you want to do? Some are more strenuous than others." 4. "Do you think you are pushing yourself enough to return to that type of activity in the near future?"

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Which of the following dietary interventions is suggested for morning sickness?

1. Whole-milk products 2. Hot foods whenever feasible 3. Limiting liquids between meals 4. High-protein bedtime snack

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The client is learning to make healthy choices in the food she serves her family. Based on a 1800 calorie diet, how many servings of dairy products should she plan for her two teenagers, her husband, and herself on a daily basis?

A) 2 cups B) 2½ cups C) 3 cups D) 3½ cups

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The nurse asks you to collect a stool specimen from a resident. Which is correct?

a. Explain to the person why the physician wants a stool specimen. b. Explain what you will do. c. Have the nurse perform this collection. d. Stay with the person until the person has a bowel movement.

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