The complication of enteral therapy that poses the greatest danger to a patient is:
1. diarrhea.
2. aspiration pneumonitis.
3. vomiting.
4. insufficient gastric emptying.
Correct Answer: 2
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A) morphine sulfate. B) meperidine. C) aspirin. D) none; pain medication is contraindicated.
The nurse provides patient teaching about chlorzoxazone (Paraflex) in preparation for the patient's discharge to home. The nurse evaluates the patient understands potential adverse effects when the patient makes what statement?
A) "This drug can cause diarrhea." B) "My urine may turn orange to purple red while taking this drug." C) "My skin may turn yellow but that will go away when I stop taking the drug." D) "After I take a pill it will take 2 to 3 hours before I feel the effects."
A pregnant client comes to the OB clinic and informs you that she is very concerned about the amount of weight gain associated with pregnancy. She then tells you that she wants to switch to a low-fat diet during pregnancy
BMI measurements indicate a BMI of 22.7. What would be the best nursing response to this client's stated plan? a. Tell the client that as long as she maintains a varied diet with regard to the other nutrients, there should be no problems. b. Refer the client to a dietician for assistance in planning the low-fat diet. c. Advise the client that it is important to maintain the intake of essential fatty acids during pregnancy. d. Schedule the client for more frequent visits during the next few months to evaluate her weight pattern.
The term used to describe the skin becoming overhydrated with a reduction in tensile strength, making it more vulnerable to damage from other forces such as friction is
a. tunneling c. maceration b. shearing d. sanding