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diet for a patient with Hepatitus

diet for a patient with Hepatitus

I'm doing some research for my nutrition class reguarding the ideal diet for a patient with Hepatitus. several sources suggest a normal well balanced diet is needed (No restrictions necessary but can someone help me understand exactly why there

pineapple88   576   1 Reply

bio_man

Which is the priority nursing diagnosis for a client who has rheumatoid arthriti

Which is the priority nursing diagnosis for a client who has rheumatoid arthriti

Which is the priority nursing diagnosis for a client who has rheumatoid arthritis during a “flare?”
A.   Impaired Physical Mobility
B.   Disturbed Body Image
C.   Risk for Infection
D.   Acute Pain

nurse2mrow   576   5 Replies

popsickle19

In a child with a seizure disorder, all of the following may precipitate a seizu

In a child with a seizure disorder, all of the following may precipitate a seizu

In a child with a seizure disorder, all of the following may precipitate a seizure except:

a. ingestion of alcoholic beverages
b. strenuous exercise
c. birth injury
d. fever

bjsmom9600   576   3 Replies

pluto

Radioactive substances that emit positrons are used in ________ scans.

Radioactive substances that emit positrons are used in ________ scans.

Radioactive substances that emit positrons are used in ________ scans.
A) US
B) KUB
C) RAIU
D) PET

kami   577   2 Replies

kami

All of the following words pertain to the posterior aspect of the eye except:

All of the following words pertain to the posterior aspect of the eye except:

All of the following words pertain to the posterior aspect of the eye except:
A) uvea.
B) macula.
C) fovea.
D) retina.

kami   577   2 Replies

kami

Which blood test does not help to make the diagnosis of a myocardial infarction?

Which blood test does not help to make the diagnosis of a myocardial infarction?

Which blood test does not help to make the diagnosis of a myocardial infarction?
A) CPK-MB
B) LDH
C) LDL
D) troponin

kami   577   2 Replies

kami

Which of the following is/are common effect(s) of prolonged immobility in childr

Which of the following is/are common effect(s) of prolonged immobility in childr

Which of the following is/are common effect(s) of prolonged immobility in children?
a.   delayed linear growth
b.   contractures and deformities involving the hips, spine, legs and feet
c.   skeletal muscle weakness
d.   a, c
e.   a, b

yusuki   577   3 Replies

monosaccharide

On auscultation of a patient’s lungs, the nurse hears short, high-pitched sounds

On auscultation of a patient’s lungs, the nurse hears short, high-pitched sounds

On auscultation of a patient’s lungs, the nurse hears short, high-pitched sounds just before the end of inspiration in the right and left lower lobes. The nurse records this finding as
a.   abnormal lung sounds in the bases of both lungs.
b.   

nurse2mrow   577   3 Replies

padre

After following a structured diet, a patient diagnosed with diabetes mellitus is

After following a structured diet, a patient diagnosed with diabetes mellitus is

After following a structured diet, a patient diagnosed with diabetes mellitus is surprised to learn that his blood glucose levels have decreased and oral medications are no longer required. Which of the following should the nurse explain to the patie

colleen   577   1 Reply

robertling

The nurse is assessing a patient and reviewing the patient’s diagnostic data. Th

The nurse is assessing a patient and reviewing the patient’s diagnostic data. Th

The nurse is assessing a patient and reviewing the patient’s diagnostic data. The nurse understands that which of the following data are likely associated with the diagnosis of hypothyroidism?
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. change

colleen   577   1 Reply

robertling

Microorganisms occur everywhere in nature and have several requirements in order to grow. Which of t

Microorganisms occur everywhere in nature and have several requirements in order to grow. Which of t

Microorganisms occur everywhere in nature and have several requirements in order to grow. Which of the following is one of those requirements?
a. Food
b. Moisture and darkness
c. Suitable temperature
d. All of the above

T.davies313   578   2 Replies

T.davies313

Prefixes such as hypo- and poly- indicate:

Prefixes such as hypo- and poly- indicate:

Prefixes such as hypo- and poly- indicate:
A) time or speed.
B) a characteristic.
C) amount or number.
D) weight.

kami   578   2 Replies

kami

Abnormally slow muscle movements or a decrease in the number of spontaneous muscle movements is call

Abnormally slow muscle movements or a decrease in the number of spontaneous muscle movements is call

Abnormally slow muscle movements or a decrease in the number of spontaneous muscle movements is called:
A) dyskinesia.
B) myoclonus.
C) bradykinesia.
D) ataxia.

kami   578   2 Replies

kami

For the patient’s cough, the physician prescribed the antitussive drug:

For the patient’s cough, the physician prescribed the antitussive drug:

For the patient’s cough, the physician prescribed the antitussive drug:
A) albuterol (Proventil).
B) cromolyn (Intal).
C) hydrocodone (Hycodan).
D) rifampin (Rifadin).

kami   578   2 Replies

kami

When an increased dosage of a drug causes toxic effects, it is called:

When an increased dosage of a drug causes toxic effects, it is called:

When an increased dosage of a drug causes toxic effects, it is called:
a.   synergism
b.   neurostimulant
c.   overdose
d.   detoxification

yusuki   578   3 Replies

monosaccharide

The intraoperative activity that is performed by the perioperative nurse and is

The intraoperative activity that is performed by the perioperative nurse and is

The intraoperative activity that is performed by the perioperative nurse and is specific to the circulating function is
a.   admitting, identifying, and assessing the patient.
b.   counting sponges, needles, and surgical instruments.
c.   pa

nurse2mrow   578   3 Replies

padre

Which of the following would be an example of the term cardiac reserve? 1. getti

Which of the following would be an example of the term cardiac reserve? 1. getti

Which of the following would be an example of the term cardiac reserve?
1. getting on a treadmill and gradually increasing the pace of walking
2. breathing in through the nose and out the mouth while sitting quietly
3. sitting in a cha

colleen   578   1 Reply

robertling

The nurse is developing a plan of care for a home care patient who has hyperpara

The nurse is developing a plan of care for a home care patient who has hyperpara

The nurse is developing a plan of care for a home care patient who has hyperparathyroidism and a serum calcium level of 12.0 mg/dL. Which of the following measures should be included in the plan?
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. Pro

colleen   578   1 Reply

robertling

The blood gases of a patient with an acid-base disorder show a blood pH outside

The blood gases of a patient with an acid-base disorder show a blood pH outside

The blood gases of a patient with an acid-base disorder show a blood pH outside of normal limits. The nurse realizes that this patient is
1. fully compensated.
2. demonstrating anaerobic metabolism.
3. partially compensated.
4. in

colleen   578   1 Reply

robertling

Name two antiplatelet drugs. Explain their use.

Name two antiplatelet drugs. Explain their use.

Name two antiplatelet drugs. Explain their use.

colleen   578   1 Reply

how_mendel

The staff nurse is using the SBAR process to report a patient care situation. What would be included ...

The staff nurse is using the SBAR process to report a patient care situation. What would be included ...

The staff nurse is using the SBAR process to report a patient care situation. What would be included as background for the process?
1. When the situation occurred
2. Synopsis of treatment to date
3. Changes from prior assessments

croosh911   579   2 Replies

croosh911

The primary accented syllable in the pronunciation of the medical word arthrography (ar-thraw-grah-f

The primary accented syllable in the pronunciation of the medical word arthrography (ar-thraw-grah-f

The primary accented syllable in the pronunciation of the medical word arthrography (ar-thraw-grah-fee) is _____
A) ar
B) thraw
C) grah
D) fee

kami   579   2 Replies

kami

In which disorder might a patient demand to be the center of attention, with an exaggerated sense of

In which disorder might a patient demand to be the center of attention, with an exaggerated sense of

In which disorder might a patient demand to be the center of attention, with an exaggerated sense of self -worth and importance, but without having psychosis or mania?
A) narcissistic personality
B) delusional disorder
C) bipolar disor

kami   579   2 Replies

kami

The segment of the population who has a BMI lower than 24 have been found to be

The segment of the population who has a BMI lower than 24 have been found to be

The segment of the population who has a BMI lower than 24 have been found to be at increased risk for poor nutritional status and its resultant problems. What else is a low BMI associated with in the community-dwelling elderly?
A)  High ris

Yoshi   579   3 Replies

Pytoo7

Dermatology Nurse Practitioner

Dermatology Nurse Practitioner

How does one go about specializing in dermatology as a nurse practitioner?

bethsmith   579   2 Replies

pjad

A male patient is concerned about a “smooth growth” that appeared on his penis.

A male patient is concerned about a “smooth growth” that appeared on his penis.

A male patient is concerned about a “smooth growth” that appeared on his penis. The nurse suspects this patient is experiencing which type of genital wart?
1. condyloma acuminatum
2. keratotic wart
3. papular wart
4. flat wart

colleen   579   2 Replies

robertling

Creatine kinase (CK) is evaluated in patients who are suspected of having which

Creatine kinase (CK) is evaluated in patients who are suspected of having which

Creatine kinase (CK) is evaluated in patients who are suspected of having which of the following?
1. juvenile rheumatoid arthritis
2. gout
3. muscle disease
4. bone tumors

colleen   579   1 Reply

robertling

A patient states, “I’ve been sick for days and all the doctor does is take a che

A patient states, “I’ve been sick for days and all the doctor does is take a che

A patient states, “I’ve been sick for days and all the doctor does is take a chest x-ray, hand me prescriptions, and tell me I have bronchitis.” The nurse realizes that this patient’s treatment
1. is appropriate for the diagnosis.
2. should

colleen   579   1 Reply

robertling

postpartum

postpartum

16.The nurse assesses the vital signs of a client, 4 hours’ postpartum that are as follows: BP 90/60; temperature 100.4ºF; pulse 100 weak, thready; R 20 per minute. Which of the following should the nurse do first?
a.Report the temperature to t

tryingtogetby   579   6 Replies

bio_man

Why is there an option to search for medical questions but not nursing?

Why is there an option to search for medical questions but not nursing?

Nurses, both bedside RN's and Advanced Practice nurses (NP's CNS's)  are often overlooked when discussing health care topics. Why is this and what can we do to change this on yahoo?  I think there are plenty of nurses out there who would like a forum

irina   579   6 Replies

smkt025

The cornea, which is located at the front of the eye, may become the site of lesions or abrasions. S

The cornea, which is located at the front of the eye, may become the site of lesions or abrasions. S

The cornea, which is located at the front of the eye, may become the site of lesions or abrasions. Signs and symptoms include ______.
a. dry eye
b. difficulty recognizing colors
c. blurred vision
d. sensitivity to darkness

T.davies313   580   3 Replies

ames98

A medical procedure used to feel the prostate gland to detect enlargement or tenderness is abbreviat

A medical procedure used to feel the prostate gland to detect enlargement or tenderness is abbreviat

A medical procedure used to feel the prostate gland to detect enlargement or tenderness is abbreviated as:
A) TSE.
B) TURP.
C) DRE.
D) RPR.

kami   580   2 Replies

kami

Which of the following statements is most descriptive of Meckel diverticulum?

Which of the following statements is most descriptive of Meckel diverticulum?

Which of the following statements is most descriptive of Meckel diverticulum?
a.   It is acquired during childhood.
b.   Intestinal bleeding may be mild or profuse.
c.   It occurs more frequently in females than in males.
d.   Medical int

Desolo   580   2 Replies

newstart

A mother of two children, an 8-year-old and a 10-year-old, tells you that her hu

A mother of two children, an 8-year-old and a 10-year-old, tells you that her hu

A mother of two children, an 8-year-old and a 10-year-old, tells you that her husband has recently been deployed overseas. The mother is concerned about the children’s constant interest in watching TV news coverage of military activities overseas. Th

colleen   580   1 Reply

bio_man

As you remove the digoxin tablet from the automated medication dispensing machine, you note that the ...

As you remove the digoxin tablet from the automated medication dispensing machine, you note that the ...

As you remove the digoxin tablet from the automated medication dispensing machine, you note that the dose on the tablet label is 250 mcg.
 
  How many tablets would you give?

Question 2

When you go t

Delorean   581   6 Replies

Melinda Polly

Deviation of one or both eyes, medially or laterally, is known as ________.

Deviation of one or both eyes, medially or laterally, is known as ________.

Deviation of one or both eyes, medially or laterally, is known as ________.
A) diplopia
B) cataract
C) neovascularization
D) strabismus

kami   581   2 Replies

kami

All the alveoli are collectively known as the pulmonary ________, the functional part of the lung, a

All the alveoli are collectively known as the pulmonary ________, the functional part of the lung, a

All the alveoli are collectively known as the pulmonary ________, the functional part of the lung, as opposed to the connective tissue framework that surrounds and supports the alveoli.

kami   581   2 Replies

kami

The ________ is a tube with C-shaped rings of cartilage.

The ________ is a tube with C-shaped rings of cartilage.

The ________ is a tube with C-shaped rings of cartilage.
A) pharynx
B) bronchioles
C) lung
D) trachea

kami   581   2 Replies

kami

The nurse explains that the neural synapse refers to the: 1.length of time it t

The nurse explains that the neural synapse refers to the: 1.length of time it t

The nurse explains that the neural synapse refers to the:
1.   length of time it takes for afferent neurons to carry impulses to the CNS.
2.   length of time it takes for efferent neurons to carry impulses to the motor neurons.
3.   space be

nurse2mrow   581   3 Replies

f_zah1

A hospitalized patient has become unresponsive. The left side of the body is fla

A hospitalized patient has become unresponsive. The left side of the body is fla

A hospitalized patient has become unresponsive. The left side of the body is flaccid. The attending physician believes the patient may have had a stroke (CVA). What is the nurse’s priority intervention?
1. Move the patient to the critical care u

colleen   581   1 Reply

Kassie