A 60-year-old client undergoing preoperative chemotherapy and radiation therapy for
prostate cancer has developed proctitis and cystitis. What nursing intervention should
the nurse perform for this client?
A) Provide a diet that has high fiber content
B) Avoid the administration of antidiarrheal agents
C) Carefully monitor the client's urine output
D) Instruct the client about signs of urinary incontinence
C
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a. a Holter monitor. c. an external loop recorder. b. a transtelephonic monitor. d. a signal-averaged electrocardiogram.
A researcher reports that a measure is highly sensitive when diagnosing patients. The reviewer understands that this test
a. has a low percentage of false negatives. b. has a low percentage of false positives. c. has a high percentage of false negatives. d. has a high percentage of false positives.
A patient with dysphagia is given a meal of scrambled eggs, cottage cheese, and tea. A nurse identifies that this patient is on a
1. Mechanical soft diet. 2. A full liquid diet. 3. Protein-restricted diet. 4. Pureed diet.
The critical function of a leader in the team leadership model is to help the team accomplish its goals by
a. Using group development theory to apply correct actions b. Taking fast action to avoid team conflict c. Taking requisite action based on diagnostic factors d. Monitoring and diagnosing the team