What would a nurse include in a teaching plan for a home health patient with a hemoglobin of 8.4 mg?
a. Exercising for periods of 30 minutes daily
b. Limiting fluid intake
c. Alternating activity with rest periods
d. Avoiding the use of oxygen
ANS: C
Severely anemic persons need to conserve their energy. Observing a rest period after a period of activity will reduce hypoxia. Oxygen may be used as necessary.
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