Interventions to improve client problems related to xerostomia include
A) chewing regular chewing gum.
B) discouraging the use of oral mouth rinses.
C) placing a dehumidifier in the home environment.
D) avoiding foods that are difficult to chew or swallow.
D
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Childbirth preparation can be considered successful if the outcome is described by:
a. Labor was pain-free. b. The birth experiences of friends and families were ignored. c. The client rehearsed labor and practiced skills to master her pain. d. Only nonpharmacologic methods for pain control were used.
The nurse should question a prescription for high-dose corticosteroids for a patient with
a. uncontrolled diabetes mellitus. b. rheumatoid arthritis. c. status asthmaticus. d. exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
The nurse should include which of the following in the teaching plan related to diet for the patient with diabetes?
1. "Select carbohydrates such as whole grains or legumes.". 2. "Eat whenever you feel hungry.". 3. "Do not consume alcoholic beverages.". 4. "Restrict the carbohydrates in your diet.".
The client has been ordered treatment with oral Zovirax at 9:00 AM. The nurse should expect the client's serum level of the medication to peak at which time?
a. 10:45 AM b. 12:30 PM c. 9:30 AM d. 2:00 PM