The nurse is preparing to assess the nutritional status of several clients. Which client should the nurse expect is most likely to underreport their nutritional intake?
A. Client with depression.
B. Client that is an older adult.
C. Client that smokes.
D. Client that has diabetes.
Answer: C
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A. 10 B. 15 C. 20 D. 25
After a serious illness or trauma the child's ability to function may change. Once the acute situation has resolved, the child may be transferred to a __________ hospital
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
An older client is agitated and develops new-onset confusion on admission to the long-term care unit. What is the best action for the nurse to take to minimize relocation stress syndrome for this client?
a. Provide reorientation during hourly rounding. b. Obtain a certified sitter to remain with the client. c. Speak to the client as little as possible to avoid overstimulation. d. Provide adequate sedation to lessen fear-provoking situations.
A nurse refers to the Code of Ethics for Nurses or the Public Health Code of Ethics. Which of the following describes why the nurse has referred to this document?
a. To provide answers for ethical dilemmas b. To guide professional practice related to ethics c. To increase moral leadership in ethics d. To find a framework for ethical decision making