The nurse is instructing a client to eat foods that are high in potassium, such as (Select all that apply)
a. bananas.
b. broccoli.
c. cantaloupe.
d. corn.
e. cranberry juice.
f. lima beans.
A, B, C
Bananas, broccoli, and cantaloupe are considered high-potassium foods, whereas cranberry juice, lima beans, and corn are low in potassium.
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a. 50 b. 55 c. 60 d. 65
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A) Increase in menstrual flow B) Galactorrhea (excessive or spontaneous flow of milk) C) Hypergonadism D) Decrease in appetite
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a. activity should be restricted to reduce stress on the valve. b. follow-up is important, since most tissue valves eventually need replacement. c. long periods of standing decreases venous return to the heart. d. modification of lifestyle can prevent associated dysrhythmias.
A nurse researcher is exploring and formulating research problems. Which criteria should the nurse researcher consider in this process?
1. Significance 2. Confidentiality 3. Researchability 4. Design 5. Feasibility 6. Interest to the researcher