When a resident who is a Muslim becomes concerned about his religiously dictated dietary requirements, the nurse may refer this concern to the long-term care ____________ department
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
dietary
Long-term facilities take into consideration the patients' individual needs, including diet preferences. The dietary department is usually able to meet most requests.
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A patient is close to death with terminal liver cancer with widespread metastases and calls the nursing staff to his room every 5 minutes. Which interventions will be most supportive and in the best interest of the patient?
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The nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing shock. Which fluid replacement agents does the nurse anticipate will be used when providing care? (Select all that apply.)
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. 1. Crystalloids 2. Colloids 3. Water 4. Blood products 5. Oral hydration products