The nurse practitioner is discussing lifestyle changes with a patient diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux. What are the nonpharmacological management interventions that should be included?
A. Weight reduction and rest 30 minutes after each meal in the supine position
B. Elevation of head of the bed 4-6 inches on blocks and weight reduction
C. Encouraged to wear restrictive clothing to add support for diaphragmatic breathing
D. Using oral mints to relieve gastric distress
B
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The nurse working in a free community clinic knows that access to health care is affected negatively by lack of health insurance. Which of the following accurately describe the effect of lack of insurance on family health? Select all that apply
A) Parents with uninsured children often delay care and are less likely to take their children to a doctor or dentist for preventive care. B) The percentage of children without health insurance is beginning to decrease slightly from previous years. C) Currently, the states have improved enrollment in Medicaid and the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP). D) Despite state efforts to ensure all children, nearly two-thirds of children eligible for these public programs are not enrolled. E) In most states, men and women of the same health status and age are charged similar rates for the same individual health insurance policy.
A healthy client asks the nurse what types of medications can be taken for the common cold. Which drug classes should the nurse include in client education? (Select all that apply.)
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. 1. Antitussives 2. Mucolytics 3. Decongestants 4. Antihistamines 5. Antipyretics
What system sets the proper heart rate based on the body's demand for oxygen??
A) Conduction B) Sympathetic nervous C) Circulatory D) Electrical
After fitting the sleeve of the sequential compression device onto the client's legs, which action should the nurse take next?
1. Documenting the procedure 2. Turning the machine on 3. Connecting the sleeve to the control unit 4. Adjusting the alarms