The nurse is working in a community clinic. A 40-year-old white woman comes in for a job placement physical. She states that she is interested in learning more about losing weight and being healthier
The nurse weighs her and notes that her BMI is 29. She asks about going on a diet. Your first step is to
A) find resources in the community such as Weight Watchers or TOPS and suggest these to her.
B) complete a behavioral assessment to determine her readiness for weight loss.
C) plan a low-calorie diet that reduces fat and carbohydrate intake.
D) plan an exercise program focusing on weight-bearing exercise.
B
You might also like to view...
Power is essential for an individual to effectively lead. However, it is significant that power is used:
A. As an influence to direct the group and realize the vision B. To control the group and fulfill the vision C. To reward those who follow exactly the wishes of the leader D. To consistently strengthen the leader's power base
Which would be considered a serious epidemic of influenza?
a. 50 cases b. 100 cases c. 500 cases d. Unable to determine
A patient begins therapy with a phenothiazine medication. What teaching should the nurse provide related to the drug's strong dopaminergic effect?
a. Chew sugarless gum. b. Increase dietary fiber. c. Arise slowly from bed. d. Report changes in muscle movement.
During the Christian era, nursing care excluded which area?
A) Nutrition B) Personal counseling C) Comfort measures D) Psychiatric services