Which outcome would the nurse recognize as evidence for meeting the desired outcome for a patient with aortic regurgitation and a nursing diagnosis of activity intolerance?
a. Completed activities of daily living with assistance
b. Engaged in desired daily and social activities
c. Reported no longer participates in gardening hobby
d. Stated maintained bedrest to reduce fatigue
ANS: B
The desired outcome for activity intolerance would be for the patient to be able to engage in desired daily and social activities.
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1. Extra medication is needed prior to running 2. The client will need to reduce the distance run each day. 3. Exercise reduces blood sugar, and less medication might be required. 4. With a diagnosis of diabetes, the client should not run a marathon.
Which should the nurse recommend to an older patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and no specific dietary restrictions or limitations?
A) Dairy products B) Spicy foods and garlic C) Green leafy vegetables D) Low-carbohydrate and high-protein foods
The assessment of which structure is not part of the bimanual examination?
a. Cervix b. Bladder c. Uterus d. Ovaries
In ancient Chinese medicine, what was the role of the physician? Select all that apply
1. Cured illness 2. Prevent disease from occurring 3. Paid for medication when the patient became ill 4. Received payment when the patient became ill