The nurse evaluates the diet of a pregnant client and finds that it is low in zinc. The nurse knows that zinc intake should increase during pregnancy to promote protein metabolism
Which food should the nurse suggest in order to increase intake of zinc? 1. Shellfish
2. Bananas
3. Yogurt
4. Cabbage
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Explanation: 1. Zinc is found in greatest concentration in meats, shellfish, and poultry. Other good sources include whole grains and legumes.
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A) Increases the amount of mucus production B) Oxygenates the hemoglobin C) Shrinks the alveoli in the lungs D) Collapses the alveoli in the lungs
A community health nurse is applying Gordon's classification of disease prevention model to address prevention of alcohol use during pregnancy and prevention of fetal alcohol syndrome
Which of the following populations would the nurse target using indicated prevention strategies? A) Local women in the community of childbearing age B) Women of childbearing age living in a city C) Women of childbearing age considered at risk D) Pregnant women who have a child with fetal alcohol syndrome
A patient with congestive heart failure and pulmonary edema is experiencing chest pain. The patient has an order for morphine sulfate IV 4 mg every 5 to 30 minutes PRN until chest pain is relieved
The last dose of 4 mg was 15 minutes prior, and the patient is complaining of chest pain and exhibiting increased work of breathing. The nurse notes a heart rate of 82 beats per minute, a respiratory rate of 18 breaths per minute, and a blood pressure of 135/88 mm Hg. What will the nurse do next? a. Administer morphine sulfate IV 4 mg over 1 to 5 minutes. b. Administer naloxone (Narcan) to reverse respiratory depression. c. Request an order for morphine sulfate IV 2 mg over 1 to 5 minutes. d. Hold the next dose and notify the provider of the patient's symptoms.
The assessment of the 1-hour-old neonate that should be reported immediately is:
a. Cyanotic hands and feet b. Cephalhematoma c. Tremors of the lips and limbs when crying d. Substernal retractions