Symptoms of reflux, regurgitation, heartburn and flatulence may be indicative of:
a. hepatitis.
b. diverticular disease.
c. a hiatus hernia.
d. gastritis.
c
Symptoms often occur after meals or when the person
lies flat.
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A client with chronic hip pain is diagnosed with osteoarthritis. Which instruction regarding home safety is the most appropriate for the nurse to provide to this client?
A) Walk up and down the steps at home as much as possible. B) Rest in a recliner. C) Place scatter rugs in high-traffic areas. D) Install grab bars in the bathroom near the commode and in the shower.
Memory storage and recall are associated with the _____________________
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A nurse is assisting a client to wash his face and hands. Which nursing consideration is indicated during the procedure?
A) Always use soap to clean the face. B) Do not rub soap on the hands. C) Open the washcloth to wipe the face. D) Allow the client to make a choice about using soap on the face.
The patient is being encouraged to purchase a portable automatic blood pressure device to monitor blood pressure at home. Which information will the nurse present as benefits for this type of treatment? (Select all that apply.)
a. Patients can actively participate in their treatment. b. Self-monitoring helps with compliance and treatment. c. The risk of obtaining an inaccurate reading is decreased. d. Blood pressures can be obtained if pulse rates become irregular. e. Patients can provide information about patterns to health care providers.