A nurse would be especially careful to monitor for sufficient intake of which of the following minerals by the adolescent client that is in a period of rapid physical growth?
1. calcium
2. selenium
3. copper
4. magnesium
ANS: 1
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A) Decreased absorption B) Gastric reflux C) Duodenal reflux D) Decreased peristalsis
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a. An interpreter is never needed if the nurse speaks the same language as the patient. b. When working with interpreters, the nurse can use technical terms or metaphors. c. A patient's young granddaughter who speaks fluent English would make the best interpreter because she is familiar with and loves the patient. d. The nurse should face the patient rather than the interpreter.
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a. in the buccal mucosa. b. under the tongue. c. between the teeth and gums. d. in a cup of water to dissolve.
The nurse is caring for a client with asthma. The client asks the nurse what structures make up the upper respiratory tract. Which response by the nurse is the most appropriate?
1. The nose, nasal cavity, pharynx, and paranasal sinuses 2. The lungs and associated structures 3. The nose and nasal cavity only 4. The nose, nasal cavity, pharynx, paranasal sinuses, and the lungs