While assess a client's lower extremities, the nurse notices an inflammation of the skin around the ankle area. The nurse notes which of the following on the client's assessment form?
a. mottled skin c. pruritis
b. ulceration d. stasis dermatitis
D
An inflammation of the skin caused by decreased circulation is called stasis dermatitis. Waste products that normally are carried away by the circulatory system remain in the tissues, causing pruritus and irritation of the skin. At first, the ankle area is reddened and edematous, and then vesicles form and start oozing. The skin becomes crusted, thickened, and brown.
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A) Avoid shellfish, anchovies, asparagus, mushrooms, and organ meats. B) Restrict intake of protein and sodium. C) Avoid spinach, strawberries, rhubarb, chocolate, tea, peanuts, and wheat bran. D) Increase fluid intake and consume a high-protein diet.
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Select all that apply. a. Offer frequent, smaller meals. b. Keep the patients' rooms neat and clean. c. Provide or assist with frequent oral hygiene. d. Increase liquid intake with meals. e. Serve foods with little aroma.
A patient tells the nurse she regularly forgets to take her antiinflammatory medication. The nurse's best response to the patient is:
1. "Medication levels need to be maintained." 2. "Take a dose when you remember." 3. "Double up on doses." 4. "Stop taking the medication."