What dietary alterations should the nurse make for the client with Cushing's disease?
A. High protein, high carbohydrate, low potassium
B. Low carbohydrate, high calorie, low sodium
C. Low protein, high carbohydrate, low calcium
D. High carbohydrate, low potassium, fluid restriction
B
The client with Cushing's disease has weight gain, muscle loss, hyperglycemia, and sodium re-tention. Dietary modifications need to include reduction of total calories and carbohydrates to prevent or reduce the degree of hyperglycemia. The sodium retention causes water retention and hypertension. Clients are encouraged to restrict sodium intake moderately.
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a. Passive range of motion b. Active range of motion c. Resistive range of motion d. Aerobic exercise
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1. Attending. 2. Paraphrasing. 3. Focusing. 4. Reflecting.
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Ordered: 10,000 units of heparin in 250 mL D5W infusing at 22 mL/h via pump. The hourly dose for this infusion is ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).