Which action should the nurse suggest to reduce insulin needs in the client with diabetes mellitus?
A. Reducing intake of water and other liquids to no more than 2 L/day
B. Eating animal organ meats high in insulin
C. Taking two 1-hour naps daily
D. Walking 1 mile each day
D
Moderate exercise, such as walking, helps regulate blood glucose levels on a daily basis and re-sults in lowered insulin requirements for clients with type 1 diabetes.
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The nurse uses knowledge about and experience with cultures to care for older adults within the context of a culture. Which is the best method of providing culturally compe-tent nursing care?
a. Apply assessment and cultural data. b. Support the elder's cultural patterns. c. Increase specific cultural knowledge. d. Assess any strengths and weaknesses.
A battered pregnant woman reports to the nurse that her husband has stopped hitting her and says that he promises never to hurt her again. Which of the following is an appropriate response?
A) "That's great. I wish you both the best." B) "The cycle of violence often repeats itself." C) "He probably didn't mean to hurt you." D) "You need to consider leaving him."
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A. thrombophlebitis. B. excessive weight gain. C. respiratory tract infection. D. pregnancy-induced hypertension.