What is the body mass index (BMI) of a patient who is 1.68 meters tall and weighs 70 kg?
A) 20.2
B) 22.4
C) 24.8
D) 26.2
C
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1. Up to 60 mmHg 2. Up to 80 mmHg 3. Up to 100 mmHg 4. Up to 120 mmHg
An older adult client has experienced a fracture of the arm from a fall. The priority of care for the older client is monitoring for infection because:
1. circulation is reduced. 2. self-care is difficult. 3. the elderly cannot take antibiotics. 4. the elderly have slower reflexes.
A severely burned patient and their care may affect the whole family. Which of the following nursing interventions can help provide support to the client and family during the recover period?
a. Answer the client's questions honestly. b. Accept the client's feelings and personal appearance. c. Provide discussion time with the family allowing time to participate and voice concerns. d. Encourage client to keep feelings to them-selves so as not to worry the family. e. Discuss role reversals with the family and client. f. Assist family in discharge planning. g. Help client and family to set reasonable expectations for the rehabilitation phase.
A mother is caring for her child with diarrhea at home. She calls the nurse at the clinic and asks for diet instructions. The nurse would advise:
a. BRAT diet b. Ginger ale c. Broth d. Oral rehydration therapy with Pedialyte or similar product