The nurse is caring for a client with chronic, well-controlled diabetes who is post-op for a knee replacement. The client is confused by the menu choices as he has been following the ADA diet
What diet has replaced the traditional standard "ADA diet" for hospitalized clients with diabetes? A) Carbohydrate counting diet C) Consistent carbohydrate diet
B) Exchange lists for meals diet D) High glycemic index diet
C
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The approach today is to maintain consistent carbohydrate intake versus calorie counting, which is now considered obsolete.
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The nurse's most recent assessment reveals that the patient's left pedal pulses are not palpable and that the right pedal pulses are rated at +2. What is the nurse's best response? A) Document this expected assessment finding during the initial postoperative period. B) Reposition the patient with his left leg in a dependent position. C) Inform the patient's physician of this assessment finding. D) Administer an ordered dose of subcutaneous heparin.
The nurse using the body mass index (BMI) to assess weight in a client should understand which of the following limitations of this method?
1. There is lack of correlation of the values in the BMI table with those in height-weight tables. 2. Assumption that all individuals have equal body composition at each given weight 3. BMI is difficult to accurately calculate. 4. The BMI's use to determine the risk for obesity is reduced in individuals who are on reduced calorie diets.
Laboratory findings in thyroid disease may include which of the following:
1. Elevated red blood cell count 2. Reduced free T4 index 3. Decreased TSH 4. Elevated phosphorus
The nurse suggests to a couple trying to conceive that conception might be enhanced by:
a. relaxing together in a sauna or hot tub. b. stimulation of the scrotum with a vibrator. c. increased time spent in foreplay. d. using water-soluble lubricant.