The nurse observes a healthy 13-year-old female throwing away lunch. This female could be at risk for developing:

a. disturbed body image c. malnutrition
b. fluid volume deficit d. activity intolerance


A
Because of their emphasis on body image, teens are at particular risk for feelings of disturbed body image, which may lead to serious health concerns such as anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa.

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A patient has been on complete bed rest for 3 days. The health care provider has ordered for the patient to sit at the bedside for meals. The patient complains of feeling dizzy and faint while sitting at the bedside

The nurse anticipates that the patient is experiencing a. orthostatic hypertension. c. hypervolemia. b. orthostatic hypotension. d. electrolyte imbalance.

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Which intervention is important to perform with omalizumab (Xolair) therapy?

A. Assess the injection site for phlebitis. B. Shake the vial vigorously for one full minute before drawing up the drug. C. Teach the client to avoid caffeinated beverages while taking this medication. D. Roll the vial between your hands before drawing up the drug until it is no longer gel-like.

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The nurse is administering parenteral nutrition via a central venous access device. Which outcome would best substantiate the nurse's assessment that this therapy is effective?

a. The patient gains 4 1/2 pounds in 1 week. b. The patient's blood glucose stays between 130 and 160. c. The patient states, "I'm feeling much stronger today.". d. The patient gains 6 pounds over 12 days.

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The nurse, after completion of an assessment in the medical clinic of a client, the nurse docu-ments that the client has dyspareunia based on the client's experience of:

1. Delay or absence of an orgasm 2. Deficient or absent sexual desire 3. Involuntary constriction of the vagina 4. Recurrent genital pain during intercourse

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