What are the goals of nutritional therapy for Mr. G?
Reduce weight to at least UBW and then possibly talk about going to IBW if BP remains elevated. Reduce Na intake. Start an exercise program prescribed by an MD or other qualified professional.
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A) "Older adults often benefit from a gradual and controlled withdrawal of their own interests from society's interests.". B) "The disengagement between an older adult's abilities and desires can lead to frustration and, ultimately, to illness.". C) "The lack of synchronicity between older adults' immune systems and their environments can be the root of many problems.". D) "It is imperative that we ensure older adults remain engaged with interests and events beyond themselves.".
The nurse is collecting data from a caregiver, and the caregiver states that a child has had a "strawberry-colored tongue." Which health problem is associated with this clinical finding?
A) Congestive heart failure B) Rheumatic fever C) Kawasaki disease D) Hemophilia
A nurse teaches a health education class for second graders in a rural community. What should the nurse teach the children to help reduce their risk of acquiring helminthiasis?
a. "Do not share hair combs and brushes with your friends." b. "You should only drink milk that is very cool." c. "Wash your hands after going to the restroom and before eating." d. "You should never chew on a pencil."
The patient who has had diarrhea for the last 3 days has blood gases of pH of 7.1, HCO3- of 20 mEq/L, and PCO2 of 36 mm Hg. These laboratory values are consistent with which acid-base imbalance?
a. Respiratory alkalosis b. Metabolic alkalosis c. Respiratory acidosis d. Metabolic acidosis