A patient is in the acute phase of an intestinal disorder and has been scheduled for surgery. A nurse identifies that this patient's diet should be
1. Calorie-restricted.
2. Fiber-restricted.
3. Sodium-restricted.
4. Protein-restricted.
ANS: 2
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The nurse is assessing a client for fluid balance. Which findings support a diagnosis of fluid volume deficit?
1. Increased heart rate, increased blood pressure, and cold clammy skin 2. Decreased blood pressure, increased heart rate, and dry skin 3. Dry skin, decreased heart rate, and increased blood pressure 4. Decreased heart rate, decreased blood pressure, and diaphoresis
The physician has ordered several laboratory tests for the client as part of a nutritional assessment. Which of the following laboratory tests provide the most accurate information regarding current nutritional status?
1. Prealbumin 2. Albumin 3. Transferrin 4. Total lymphocyte count
Regardless of how packed your schedule is, you should never turn down opportunities to serve on a committee or work an extended or second shift
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
The nurse has delegated the task of obtaining vital signs on a new admission to a UAP (unlicensed assistive personnel). The task is completed, but the vitals were not recorded accurately. Who is fully responsible for this action?
1. The UAP 2. The nurse 3. Both the UAP and the nurse 4. The nurse manager on the unit