A 78-year-old patient has shortness of breath on very slight exertion. The physician has written an order for her to be taught about a 2-gram sodium diet. Based on these data, which factor would be likely to interfere with diet teaching?
a. The patient's age
b. The patient's shortness of breath
c. The patient's reluctance to change
d. The chronic nature of the patient's illness
ANS: B
ANS: B
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a. Babies often demonstrate fear of strangers at this age b. Their baby is withdrawn and unfriendly c. The family members were too loud and rough d. The parents have been spoiling their child