The best method to effectively combat iatrogenic malnutrition in the long term is by:
1. Estimating the client's energy expenditure
2. Carefully recording the patient's weight at regular intervals
3. Ordering a complete nutritional supplement for poor eaters
4. Encouraging clients to clean their plates
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A patient who has recently been diagnosed with chronic heart failure is being taught by the nurse how to live successfully with her chronic condition. Her ability to meet this goal will primarily depend on her ability to do which of the following?
A) Lower her expectations for quality of life and level of function. B) Access community services to eventually cure her disease. C) Adapt her lifestyle to accommodate her symptoms. D) Establish good rapport with her primary care provider.
The nurse admits a patient to the critical care unit following a motorcycle crash. Assessment findings by the nurse include blood pressure 100/50 mm Hg, heart rate 58 beats/min, respiratory rate 30 breaths/min, and temperature of 100.5°
The patient is lethargic, responds to voice but falls asleep readily when not stimulated. Which nursing action is most important to include in this patient's plan of care? a. Frequent neurological assessments b. Side to side position changes c. Range of motion to extremities d. Frequent oropharyngeal suctioning
A 35-year-old kidney transplant patient comes to the clinic complaining of skin lesions. The diagnosis is Kaposi's sarcoma. As the nurse caring for this patient you know that this is what type of Kaposi's sarcoma?
A) Classic B) AIDS-related C) Immunosuppression-related D) Endemic
The preceptor has reviewed the correct technique to assess heart murmurs with a new nurse. Which statement made by the nurse indicates an understanding?
A. "I will listen for murmurs with the bell of the stethoscope." B. "A Doppler is the best instrument to use to listen for murmurs." C. "The diaphragm of the stethoscope should be used to listen for murmurs." D. "A stethoscope with long tubing will produce a better heart sound."