A client has started a rehabilitation program after a stroke. What is the primary purpose of this program?
a. Learn about community resources.
b. Find a dependable caregiver.
c. Promote successful interactions with family and neighbors.
d. Maximize the client's independence.
ANS: D
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At a first aid station on a marathon route, a patient after the race complains of headache, muscle cramps, weakness, nausea, and confusion. Which statement made by the patient might explain these symptoms?
a. "I was really thirsty after the race. I drank several large bottles of water." b. "I perspired quite a bit during the race so I drank sports drinks when I finished." c. "I take steroids regularly and did not stop taking them for the race." d. "I am diabetic and checked my blood sugar after the race. It was normal."
The nurse teaches the parents of an anemic toddler about administering liquid iron supplements, and includes what priority teaching point?
1. Mix the iron preparations with milk or juice. 2. The iron preparation can turn the stool orange. 3. Dilute the liquid iron and give through a straw. 4. Flavor the medication to make it more appealing.
Use of dry-heat treatment is contraindicated in clients who have:
a. diabetes mellitus c. hepatitis b. hypertension d. pancreatitis
Which information should the nurse include in the education for the parent of a child with rickets?
A. Avoid dairy products while taking vitamin D. B. Be sure to take brand name, not generic, vitamin D. C. Spend at least 20 minutes/day in the sunlight. D. Take your vitamin D on an empty stomach.