Which of the following instructions should the nurse provide to a client who is being discharged after having undergone appendectomy?
A) Avoid heavy lifting. C) Avoid dairy products.
B) Avoid harsh sunlight. D) Avoid purine-rich foods.
A
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The family of an older client in a nursing home feels that the client has not been treated fairly and that the client's rights have been violated. Which of the following would be the best action for the family to take?
1. Remove the client from the facility. 2. Call the local ombudsman and report the information. 3. Hire a lawyer to obtain information about the client's care. 4. Request a copy of the client's medical record and determine if appropriate care has been given.
One difference between viral and bacterial pharyngitis is that:
1. viral pharyngitis has a gradual onset of symptoms; bacterial pharyngitis has an abrupt onset of symptoms. 2. bacterial pharyngitis has a normal complete blood count (CBC); viral pharyngitis has an abnormal CBC. 3. glomerulonephritis can be a complication of viral pharyngitis. 4. cultures are positive with viral pharyngitis and negative with bacterial pharyngitis.
A client has weakness of the left arm and hand after a stroke. Which is the best nursing intervention to help maintain the client's self-esteem during feeding?
1. Delegate feeding to minimize the amount of food spilled. 2. Encourage the client with self-feeding as much as possible. 3. Ensure that all foods come mechanically altered to take by straw. 4. Collaborate with speech therapy to improve client communication.
A nurse is educating a group of adults on dietary requirements. What food should the nurse recommend as a significant source of phosphorous?
A) Olive oil B) Steak C) Butter D) Nuts