Magnesium is one of the nutrients that older adults often do not get enough of. What are the recommended sources of magnesium for the elderly?
A) Fruit juices B) Carrots C) Yogurt D) Potatoes
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Sources of magnesium include green leafy vegetables, nuts, legumes, whole grains, seafood, chocolate, and milk.
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Which of the following occurs in the male during the resolution phase of the sexual response cycle?
A) The penis becomes erect due to increased pelvic congestion of blood. B) Involuntary spasmodic contractions occur in the penis. C) The male orgasm occurs usually with ejaculation of semen from the penis. D) The male experiences a period during which he is incapable of sexual response.
The LPN's role in the nursing process is collecting data, documenting that data, relating that data to the RN, and contributing suggestions to the care plans regarding clients' identified needs. The RN __________ and __________ the nursing process
Fill in the blank with correct word
A patient with a T-tube for an open cholecystectomy has resumed oral intake. The T-tube is clamped 2 hours before meals and unclamped 2 hours after meals to aid in the digestion of fat
During the time the tube is clamped the patient complains of abdominal pain and nausea. Which intervention is most appropriate? a. Notify the physician b. Unclamp the tube immediately c. Increase the IV fluids d. Change the T-tube dressing
During the abdominal assessment of an elderly patient, the nurse palpates a mass in the mid-abdomen. What actions should the nurse take? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected
Select all that apply. 1. Percuss the mass. 2. Ask the patient to cough forcefully and reassess. 3. Notify the physician immediately. 4. Auscultate the mass. 5. Ask the patient about any recent pain in the abdomen.