A patient reports a lack of interest in most things, but especially food. After a comprehensive examination, which disorder should the nurse suspect the patient is experiencing?
1. Pica
2. Bulimia nervosa
3. Rumination disorder
4. Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder
4. Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder
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Of the following, which one(s) are part of an effective care plan for someone with advanced dementia? (Select all that apply)
A. Keep the patient busy with structured activities. B. Keep televisions and radios on whenever possible to encourage patient interaction. C. Allow more time for performing care. D. Emphasize "reality orientation." E. Encourage independent decision making. F. Provide group therapy opportunities to share feelings and problems.
A 46-year-old patient, unemployed and diagnosed with kidney disease, tells the nurse that he is having difficulty with his medical bills. What should the nurse do to help this patient?
1. Work with the pharmacist to determine which medications the patient can discontinue and still maintain an acceptable level of health. 2. Suggest the patient take prescribed medications every other day to make the prescription last longer. 3. Ask social services to discuss Medicare as a health care coverage option. 4. Assure the patient that the nurse will ask the health care provider if the patient can be quickly discharged to home.
The nurse has informed a client who is at high risk for osteoporosis to avoid excessive caffeine, soft drinks, alcohol, and smoking
The nurse has also encouraged her to include dietary calcium sources in her diet and recommended including vitamin D 400 to 800 IU along with her calcium intake. The nurse encourages the intake of vitamin D based on the understanding that it will: A) Ensure adequate calcium metabolism and absorption B) Balance calories and cholesterol C) Promote a relaxed sleeping pattern D) Increase bone density
Margery is the mother of 8-year-old Bonnie. Margery has brought Bonnie in to the health clinic for her annual check-up
She is concerned about the high blood pressure in her family and asks the nurse if there is some way to know if Bonnie is at risk for hypertension. What is the nurse's best response? A. "Blood pressure elevation in childhood is the single best predictor of adult hypertension." B. "There is no way of knowing because there are so many variables involved." C. "If you are concerned about hypertension, you need to keep Bonnie on a low sodium diet." D. "Childhood obesity is the single best predictor of adult hypertension."