When conducting a physical examination on the client's GI tract, the nurse includes palpation of the liver in:
1. the upper right quadrant.
2. the upper left quadrant.
3. the lower right quadrant.
4. the lower left quadrant.
Question 2The nurse is teaching a client with a large leg wound about foods that aid in healing. Which food should the nurse suggest that the client ingest each day?
1. Chicken
2. Spinach
3. Oranges
4. Whole wheat bread
Question 3The nurse is assisting a client to select a meal that is high in carbohydrates. The nurse concludes that the client understands recommendations when the client selects:
1. chicken salad, milk, and an apple.
2. peanut butter and jelly on white bread.
3. egg salad on whole wheat toast, milk, and pears.
4. fried chicken, cookies, and a soda.
Question 4A client who is having trouble swallowing food because the pieces are too large asks the nurse what can help, as there is a fear of choking. The nurse should instruct the client that:
1. thorough chewing helps prevent choking.
2. the client should cut food into larger pieces.
3. drinking fluids during swallowing prevents choking.
4. eating smaller meals will help.
Question 5A client is diagnosed with pernicious anemia. What should the nurse instruct is needed to absorb vitamin B12?
1. Hydrochloric acid
2. Chyme
3. Enzymes
4. Intrinsic factor
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