What are possible causes of Mr. D's lack of taste?
Could be because he is getting old and his taste buds are failing or could be result of a zinc deficiency. Mr. D's intake of zinc-containing foods is low.
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Fifteen hours after admission, a patient's CK-MB level is markedly increased. What does this indicate to the treatment team?
1. Cellular necrosis of myocardial tissue has occurred. 2. Lactic acid is present. 3. Thrombolytic therapy is indicated. 4. Cardiac function has returned to normal.
Which of the following is used to measure blood pressure?
a. Thermometer b. Sphygmomanometer c. Stethoscope d. Cuff
Which of the following questions are considered open-ended?
a. Is there anything else you need to tell me? b. Do you have difficulty breathing while performing daily activities? c. Do you eat a balanced diet? d. Are you currently living with anyone?
The nurse recognizes a need for instruction about prevention of constipation when the patient says:
a. "I eat bran flakes or oatmeal every day to add bulk to my diet." b. "Since I started eating three servings of fruit a day, I have not been constipated." c. "I never am constipated. I take a gentle laxative every night." d. "My daily walks have kept my bowels working regularly."