The nurse is working with a patient who recently had a stroke. The patient frequently chokes and coughs when eating and is having difficulty feeding herself. The nurse understands that the best way to ensure adequate nutrition for the patient may be:
a. to have an aid feed her each meal.
b. to tube feed the patient.
c. to ask a family member to be present at each meal.
d. to place the patient on TPN.
b
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a. Water b. Energy c. Ammonia d. Carbon dioxide
Mr. Lew was transported to the emergency room (ER) by emergency transport. City police officers called an ambulance after finding Mr. Lew lying in an alley with apparent unconsciousness. The emergency medical team started an intravenous (IV), and upon arriving at the ER, Mr. Lew had regained consciousness but is now unconscious again. Physical data collected included the following:
? Physical appearance is unkempt and dirty. Odor suggests consumption of alcohol is likely. T 96, P 124, R 36, B/P 90/40 Very emaciated appearance Legs and arms very dry and flaky Mottled purplish areas to lower extremities Edema 3+ in ankles and lower legs Abdomen tight and distended Facial color and nail beds pale No response to painful or verbal stimuli ? After physician examination, Mr. Lew was admitted to the hospital with malnutrition, R/O pancreatitis, and cirrhosis of the liver due to ETOH abuse. ? For each goal, what outcome data will verify that the goals have been met?
The government agency that enforces consumer protection laws by investigating false or misleading health-related claims is the ________.
A. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) B. Agricultural Research Service (ARS) C. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) D. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Which of the following is used exclusively to dialyze patients with acute kidney injury?
a. Peritoneal dialysis b. Hemodialysis c. Continuous renal replacement therapy d. Intermittent dialysis