A nurse is serving food trays. From the tray of a client with hepatic encephalopathy, the nurse would remove
a. eggs.
b. fresh fruit.
c. pasta.
d. spinach.
A
The usual protein restriction is 20 to 40 grams per day.
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The nurse observes that the family is exhibiting strengths in the face of a major unexpected adversity. What behavior should the nurse recognize this family is demonstrating?
1. Faith. 2. Resilience. 3. Projection. 4. Intellectualization.