In preparing discharge plans for a patient recently diagnosed with pernicious anemia, it is most important for the nurse to include information regarding:
1. adding daily high-fat, low-fiber supplements.
2. the need to add a rigorous daily workout.
3. avoidance of prolonged exposure to direct sunlight.
4. sufficient rest periods throughout the day.
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Fatigue and weakness are seen in all anemias.
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A client in an acute care facility is assigned a case manager to oversee and coordinate care. What important function does a case manager have?
A) Provide early, thorough discharge planning. B) Make sure the client is administered medications. C) Provide care to the client who is terminally ill and has less than 6 months to live. D) Make home visits to see that the patient is taken care of after discharge.
A client with severe bacterial cystitis is prescribed cefadroxil (Duricef) and phenazopyridine (Pyridium). What statement by the client indicates an accurate understanding of these medica-tions?
a. "I will not take these drugs with food or milk." b. "I will stop these drugs if I think I am pregnant." c. "An orange color in my urine won't alarm me." d. "I will try to drink a liter of cranberry juice daily."
A patient who delivered a baby 6 weeks ago is
now prescribed low-molecular-weight heparin for a venous thrombosis in her leg. She asks whether she can continue to breastfeed her baby while taking this drug. What is your best response? a. "Yes, the baby's digestive system will inactivate the drug." b. "Yes, the drug does not pass into breast milk." c. "No, the drug will increase the baby's risk for bleeding." d. "No, the drug can delay your baby's growth and development."
Health care delivery systems are consolidating into large health networks, and managed care organizations are merging into conglomerates. What action will have to result?
A. Health professionals will create group practices. B. Nurses will create nurse associations. C. Physicians will join unions. D. Regulatory oversight will be needed to protect consumers.