What change, if any, should the nurse expect in the dietary patterns of a client who is clinically depressed?
a. either overeating or eating little to nothing
b. intake is decreased
c. intake is increased
d. none
A
Depression is a state of extreme sadness, hopelessness, and helplessness. The client may also experience insomnia, hypersomnia, or a change in eating patterns.
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A patient is going to be assessed for oxygen consumption level. Which parameter will the nurse identify for this assessment?
1. Serum potassium level 2. Hemoglobin level 3. Creatinine level 4. Serum lactate level
A nurse is caring for a male client who has been recommended deep relaxation for pain management. The client is eager to know how this technique will help him. In which way does the deep relaxation help in pain management?
A) Relieves pain by relaxing taut muscles B) Provides distraction and diversion from the pain C) Enables visualization of destruction of the origin of pain D) Causes vasodilation at the area of pain
A diagnosis of Angelman syndrome in a child is supported by which assessment findings?
a. Small feet and hands b. Profound intellectual disability c. Obesity d. Ataxic gait e. History of seizures
Identify the primary function of tocolytic drugs.
A. Tocolytic drugs are proven effective in the treatment of nocturnal enuresis when administered prior to bedtime. B. Tocolytic drugs are used for the treatment of diabetes insipidus. C. Tocolytic drugs inhibit uterine contractions, thereby preventing premature births. D. Tocolytic drugs prevent or relieve abdominal distention associated with surgical procedures.