The nurse is explaining the difference between starches and fibers. Fibers are:
1. Derived from plants.
2. Derived from animals.
3. Digested by humans.
4. Causes of constipation.
1
Rationale: Fiber is a complex carbohydrate derived from plants.
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A nurse manager compliments one of the staff nurses on demonstrating the skills that an effective team leader must possess. On which qualities of the staff nurse is the nurse manager most likely focusing?
a. Conflict resolution, communication, and interpersonal skills b. Leadership, communication, and control c. Control, communication, and conflict resolution d. Communication, conflict resolution, and leadership skills
How is the nursing process treated by the NCLEX-CAT, RN?
a. It is a five-step process that involves as-sessment, analysis, planning, implementa-tion, and evaluation. b. It is a four-step process that involves as-sessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. c. It is unimportant, and no questions are asked about it. d. It is the most important part of the exami-nation.
The nurse is caring for a patient on a mechanical ventilator and the low-pressure alarm sounds. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?
a. Assess for secretions in the airway and suction the patient. b. Administer a sedative to the patient to prevent coughing. c. Assess the endotracheal tube cuff to make sure it is deflated. d. Check the ventilator tubing and reconnect if disconnected.
An older patient has been prescribed an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor. Which precaution is most important for the nurse to teach the patient about this drug?
a. "Avoid caffeinated drinks that may increase your blood pressure." b. "Take this drug at night so that you won't be aware of nausea." c. "Change positions slowly when rising up from a sitting position." d. "Weigh yourself daily upon first arising in the morning."