Which nursing intervention is indicated for a client who has myxedema?
a. Take frequent baths or showers.
b. Encourage an increasingly vigorous exercise program.
c. Teach the client to monitor intake and output.
d. Provide a high-fiber diet.
D
Hypothyroidism, deficient production of thyroid hormone, occurs most commonly in women who are between 30 and 60 years of age. Hypothyroidism has several forms, of which the most common is myxedema. Nursing care focuses on ongoing client assessment, helping clients regain normal activity levels without fatigue, and teaching clients about dietary management, such as avoiding foods that interfere with thyroid hormone replacement and increasing fiber and fluid intake.
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The nurse is planning instructions for a patient with a broken nose. What teaching will be included to address the alterations in nasal function? (Select all that apply.)
A) How to breathe through the mouth B) Importance to increase oral fluids C) Safety measures because of a loss of smell D) Expect a sore throat and difficulty swallowing E) Remind that the voice may sound different
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