The nurse points out significant aspects of the shoes of a toddler, such as that the shoe should: (Select all that apply.)
a. Be one-fourth inch longer than the big toe
b. Have flexible soles
c. Fit the shape of the foot
d. Have roomy heels
e. Be checked for fit every week
B, C
Shoes for the toddler who is walking well should be one-half inch longer than the big toe, have flexible soles, fit the shape of the foot, have a snugly fitting heel, and be checked for fit every few months.
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A 42-year-old male client has a history of smoking for 20 years. The client states he is feeling fine and asks why stopping smoking is necessary. What information might the nurse share with the client about smoking?
A) Smoking decreases the size of the tubes leading to the lungs. B) The chest becomes more elastic with increased time of smoking. C) Carbon dioxide levels may decrease in the lungs. D) Smoking causes the respiratory system to increase oxygen delivery to the lungs.
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A) Diarrhea B) Constipation C) Fecal impaction D) Abdominal bloating