The condition that is associated with vomiting of copious amounts of gastric and upper-intestinal secretions, resulting in the loss of large quantities of water and electrolytes is referred to as chronic enteritis
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False
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a. High protein, low fat b. High carbohydrate, high fiber c. Low calorie, low fat d. Low carbohydrate, high protein
The nurse admits the client to the surgical unit and determines that the client's Braden scale score is 18. Which does the nurse include in the client's initial plan of care?
1. Use moisturizing lotion to massage the sacrum. 2. Assist client to turn and reposition every 4 hours. 3. Keep the skin clean and dry with frequent bathing. 4. Maintain head of bed at approximately 30 degrees.
Which is most likely to be a major stressor for an advanced public health nurse?
a. Autonomy of practice b. Professional isolation c. Long work hours d. Collaboration
A client is surprised to learn of the diagnosis of a heart attack when there was no chest pain experienced but only some left shoulder pain. What should the nurse explain to the client about the type of pain experienced?
1. Phantom pain 2. Referred pain 3. Visceral pain 4. Chronic pain