Health promotion activities a nurse could recommend to a client in order to prevent pancreatitis include (Select all that apply)
a. avoiding alcohol abuse.
b. eating a high-protein diet.
c. getting regular exercise.
d. losing weight if needed.
A, D
Avoiding alcohol is the best way to promote health and to reduce the chances of developing pan-creatitis. Obesity is another major risk factor. Other causes include hyperlipidemia, hypercalcemia, cholecystitis and cholelithiasis, pancreatic tumors or trauma, pancreatic ischemia, and certain drugs.
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A) The patient may be at risk for developing diabetes. B) The patient may need teaching on the effects of diabetes. C) The patient may need to attend a support group for individuals with diabetes. D) The patient may benefit from a dietary regimen that tracks glucose intake.
In which situation would a "meeting before the meeting" be advisable?
1. The nurse is managing a standing committee on the unit. 2. The nurse is meeting with a social group to establish a plan for weight loss by walking. 3. The nurse has written information to distribute to members before the meeting. 4. The nurse expects the disagreement that started in the last meeting to carry over into this meeting.
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A) A research program B) The scientific method C) Positivist research D) Basic research
The Professional Nurse Contributions Model attempts to synthesize the affective cognitive, behavioral, and psychomotor domains of the professional practice of nursing. Caring, compassion, and commitment are part of which domain?
A) Cognitive B) Behavioral C) Affective D) Psychomotor