A client tells the nurse that when he receives health care through an independent practice. Which of the following is a characteristic of independent practice?
a. Capitated rates c. Limited access to specialists
b. Single point of entry d. Fee-for-service
ANS: D
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a. "Someone of your age needs to limit fats." b. "Since you are at your ideal weight, you should limit your daily fat grams to half your weight." c. "Fat intake will depend on the presence of any cardiac issues." d. "Read food labels well and focus your diet on low-fat foods."
The patient is scheduled to begin treatment with amphotericin B. The primary care provider should plan to monitor the patient's:
a. Calcium level b. Urine output c. Fluid intake d. Potassium level
The school nurse notices that overweight students are bullied by their peers and often have low self-esteem. Which action should the nurse take?
a. Monitor the food they eat at lunch b. Suggest the overweight students increase their physical activity c. Call the students' parents and discuss their after-school activities d. Implement a weight loss program specifically designed for adolescents at the school
A nurse is caring for a patient who has poor tissue perfusion as the result of hypertension. When the patient asks what to eat for breakfast, which meal should the nurse suggest?
a. A cup of nonfat yogurt with granola and a handful of dried apricots b. Whole wheat toast with butter and a side of bacon c. A bowl of cereal with whole milk and a banana d. Omelet with sausage, cheese, and onions