Which behavior would the nurse expect an adult who is the youngest child of several children to display?
a. Assertive and competitive
b. Organized and directive
c. Submissive and quiet
d. Angry and hostile
A
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Your 34-year-old patient is admitted with severe diarrhea and fatigue, which has been going on for several days. Why might continued diarrhea cause chronic fatigue?
1. Lack of interest in anything but self 2. Decreased appetite because of diarrhea 3. Use of over-the-counter (OTC) antidiarrheals 4. Malnutrition because of malabsorption of nutrients
The nurse is planning a presentation to a group of senior citizens on lifestyle modifications to manage high blood pressure. What major points will the nurse include in this presentation? Select all that apply.
1. Keep sodium intake to 2.4 grams per day. 2. Achieve and maintain a normal body mass index. 3. Perform aerobic activity for 30 minutes most days of the week. 4. Consumption of fruits and whole grains has little impact on blood pressure. 5. Limit daily alcohol intake to two drinks for males and one drink for females.
A patient is found to be in respiratory acidosis. The nurse plans care based on which physiological processes? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply
1. The pH is low. 2. Carbon dioxide is low. 3. The kidneys are attempting to conserve bicarbonate. 4. Potassium is being displaced from cells. 5. A base excess exists.
How do nurses facilitate the achievement of high-level wellness with a patient?
A) Encouraging the patient to keep appointments B) Providing information on alternative treatments C) Promoting health D) Providing good patient care