The behavioral approach is useful when the educator
a. Wants to change clients' beliefs about the desirability and attainability of an outcome
b. Seeks to change learners' behavior by changing their thought patterns
c. Has control over the feedback system
d. Believes that learners should be encouraged to examine their emotions and engage in self-expression
ANS: C
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Of the following, the meal that would be best to include as part of a renal diet plan is
a. cheese omelet with biscuits. b. baked chicken with rice and green beans. c. bean burrito with tortilla chips and salsa. d. peanut butter sandwich on whole wheat bread.
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a. It is too early to add solids; the parents should wait for 2 to 3 months. b. A small but long, straight-handled spoon should be used to push the food toward the back and side of the mouth. c. If the child thrusts the food out, the feeding should be stopped. d. Solids should be offered only three times a day.
A client with a chronic kidney disease is treated on hemodialysis. During the 1 treatment clients blood pressure drops from 150/90 to 80/30. Which action should the nurse take first?
a. monitor bp q45 minutes b. lower the head of the chair and elevate feet c. stop dialysis treatment d. administer 5%albumin IV