When preparing a therapeutic milieu for a patient who has bulimia nervosa the nurse should provide:
A) Realistic limits and guidelines
B) A controlling atmosphere
C) Constant focus on the correct type and amount of food
D) Sympathy for the patient's condition
A
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Which of the following are signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia? (Select all that apply.)
a. Irritability b. Dry mouth c. Tremors d. Diaphoresis e. Fruity breath f. Deep respirations
A pregnant woman tells the nurse that she takes daily vitamin supplements. Since learning of her pregnancy, she has increased her vitamin A supplement to 1200 RAEs per day. The nurse should
a. confirm that this dose is appropriate during pregnancy. b. encourage the patient to increase the dose to 1500 RAEs to promote the devel-opment of the central nervous system of the fetus. c. recommend that the patient reduce the dose to less than 700 RAEs, because high-er doses may be teratogenic. d. inform the patient that because vitamin A is water soluble, large doses are needed to maintain the vitamin in the system.
After teaching a client about the latest dietary guidelines, the nurse determines that additional teaching is needed when the client states that an intake of which of the following should be reduced?
1. Sodium 2. Monounsaturated fats 3. Refined grains 4. Trans fatty acids
The client receives paroxetine (Paxil), and tells the nurse that sexual dysfunction has become a problem. What is the best response by the nurse?
1. "This side effect usually subsides in a few months." 2. "This is common. Please discuss it with your physician." 3. "Your depression is of primary concern right now." 4. "You should stop the medication right away."