Some clients seem to forestall dying when they feel that their loved ones are not yet prepared to deal with their death
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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When assisting with preparing a client scheduled for a barium swallow, which of the following would be appropriate to include?
A) Avoid smoking for at least 12 to 24 hours before the procedure. B) Take vitamin K before the procedure. C) Take three cleansing enemas before the procedure. D) Avoid the intake of red meat before the procedure.
Which of the following should the nurse instruct a client who needs to reduce dietary fat?
a. Eat more meat and less fish. b. Add flour, bread crumbs, and coating when preparing foods. c. Use butter, not margarine. d. Eat fresh fruits for desserts.
The nurse is caring for a patient who is 48 hours post bowel resection with creation of a colostomy. This morning, the nurse assessed the return of bowel sounds. In what order would this patient's diet progress?
a. Full liquid diet b. Regular diet c. Clear liquid diet d. NPO e. Soft diet
An elderly patient is admitted to the medical division after a fall. At home he is taking amitriptyline (Elavil) 25 mg three times per day. What adverse effect could be related to the patient's fall?
A) Incontinence B) Urinary retention C) Dry mouth D) Orthostatic hypotension