The nurse is discussing a high-fiber diet with a client and his wife. The nurse stresses the need to gradually increase fiber in the diet
The nurse warns the couple that which of the following can be an indication of increasing fiber too quickly? A) Infection B) Cramping C) Nausea D) Electrolyte imbalance
B
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Potential problems related to increasing fiber into the diet too quickly or too much are flatus, distention, cramping, and osmotic diarrhea.
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A nursing educator is talking with nurses about the effects of the aging process and neurologic changes. What would the educator identify as a normal neurological change that accompanies the aging process?
A) Hyperactive deep tendon reflexes B) Reduction in cerebral blood flow (CBF) C) Increased cerebral metabolism D) Hypersensitivity to painful stimuli
The most common type of leg ulcers are those caused by:
a. arterial disease. b. venous disease. c. lymphatic disease. d. mixed arterial–venous disease.
Assuming that City A has a murder rate of 12 per 100,000 population and City B has a murder rate of 24 per 100,000 population, which city has the more worrisome problem?
a. The answer cannot be determined from these data. b. City A has the more worrisome problem. c. City B has the more worrisome problem. d. Both cities have equally worrisome problems.
The client who has a nasotracheal tube in place has been restless and pulling at the tube. How would the nurse assess if the tube is still in place?
1. Count the client's respirations. 2. Assess the depth of the client's respirations. 3. Auscultate for bilateral breath sounds. 4. Deflate the cuff and listen for minimal leak.