You are instructing a patient on how to prevent constipation. Which point should you stress?
a. "Be sure to eat a diet that is low in fiber."
b. "Use a laxative on a daily basis to prevent constipation."
c. "Physical inactivity will not affect your bowel function."
d. "You should drink plenty of fluids every day to prevent constipation."
ANS: D
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a. "To do the greatest good for the greatest number of people, it is necessary to sacrifice some." b. "Not everyone will survive a disaster, so it is best to identify those people early and move on." c. "In a disaster, extensive resources are not used for one person at the expense of many others." d. "With black tags, volunteers can identify those who are dying and can give them comfort care."
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A) 75% B) 50% C) 25% D) 0%
A young client has been diagnosed with premature ovarian failure. Which of the following would the nurse expect to find as a cause when reviewing the client's medical record?
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false