The nurse observes a client with dysphagia who is eating and should discourage which activity?
A. Using a straw
B. Using a spoon to eat a milkshake
C. Using a towel under the plate
D. Sitting at a 90-degree angle in bed
Answer: A
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The medical record of your patient lists a grade III systolic murmur. This indicates the patient has a heart murmur that is:
A. Soft and after S2 B. Loud and crescendo in quality C. Moderately loud and after S1 D. Loud and after S2
A 45-year-old patient shows marked cognitive impairment that has developed progressively over several months. A family member reports the patient's father had early-onset dementia
What research-based information can be given to the family in response to their concerns about the patient developing early-onset dementia? a. The risk for developing the condition is about 50% only if both parents were affected. b. The greatest risk exists for relatives of individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer disease before age 55 years. c. Added risk is present only for people with Down syndrome, so relatives without Down syndrome are essentially safe. d. Results of the research on genetic predisposition and its effect on the development of early-onset dementia are still unclear.
When teaching the client with adrenal insufficiency about cortisone (Cortone), the nurse should include which of the following? Select all that apply
1. Increase intake of sodium. 2. Take the medication with food. 3. Increase intake of potassium-rich foods. 4. Stay away from people with active infections. 5. Discontinue the medication when symptoms subside. 6. Notify the physician if illness occurs or surgery is anticipated.
A client tells the nurse they experience double vision. Which question should the nurse ask the client?
A. "Do you have a history of renal disease?" B. "Do you have a history of diabetes?" C. "Do you take any medications?" D. "Do you have a history of hyperthyroidism?"