An older adult comes to the community health center for a check-up. During the visit he mentions that he is somewhat constipated. Which of the following suggestions would be most appropriate?
A) Use a laxative once or twice a week.
B) Increase intake of fresh fruits and vegetables.
C) Drink about four 8-oz glasses of fluid each day.
D) Walk around the block once a week.
B
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A) "I don't see any harm in participating in the race if you feel like it." B) "It would not be a good idea to be outside while taking this medication because of possible photosensitivity occurring." C) "You really don't need to participate in the race. It may aggravate the infection." D) "If you participate in the race you may be at risk for nerve damage."
A client with heart failure informs the nurse he has not had a bowel movement in 2 days. Why would it be important for the nurse to obtain an order for a stool softener?
A) Straining causes the Valsalva maneuver, which can cause dangerous effects. B) The client should not develop hemorrhoids. C) The client can develop a rectal fissure, which will increase pain levels. D) The client should have a bowel movement every day to avoid development of an intestinal obstruction.
A parent brings a 16-month-old child to the clinic for a well-child checkup. During the assessment, the nurse finds that the child cannot support himself on furniture and does not try to pull himself up from a sitting position
The child is lagging in which of the following processes? A) Behavior B) Growth C) Development D) Height
Children beyond infancy may metabolize drugs ________ and need larger doses.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).