A monofilament test is used to determine a client's risk for which of the following complications of diabetes mellitus?
A) diabetic ulcer of the foot
B) diabetic retinopathy
C) diabetic ketoacidosis
D) arterial insufficiency of the lower extremities
A
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A client asks the nurse for advice regarding complementary therapy for premenstrual symptoms. What action is appropriate?
a. Advise the client to avoid such therapies because they may interfere with her current medical regimen. b. Discuss reducing sugar, caffeine, dairy products, and animal fats. c. Recommend the use of bilberry and chamomile to decrease PMS symptoms. d. Suggest the use of aromatherapy, such as lavender applied to the skin.
The shift to community health nursing is due in part to which of the following factors?
A) Decreased accessibility to healthcare B) Rising healthcare costs C) Increased need for health team members D) The psychosocial needs of clients
The client is being treated with total parenteral nutrition. He is experiencing sharp chest pain and decreased breath sounds. These symptoms most likely are the result of:
a. fluid overload. b. infection. c. air embolism. d. pneumothorax.
When developing a plan for workflow redesign and the use of computerized documentation, which of the following would be the first thing to consider?
A) The number of computers needed B) Location of the computers C) Wheeled or bedside type of computer D) Theft prevention