The nurse teaches the client who recently had hiatal hernia diagnosed. To keep the patient free from pain, what should the nurse recommend?
A) Increased fiber intake
B) Taking a nap after each meal
C) Ensuring not to skip meals
D) Remain upright for 1 hour after eating
Question 2A patient has undergone a bipolar hip repair (hemiarthroplasty). She should be instructed to
a. sit in whatever position is most comfortable.
b. sit in a firm, straight-backed chair at a 90-degree angle.
c. avoid crossing her legs.
d. begin full weight-bearing as soon as tolerated.
Question 3During a physical exam, the nurse notes that the patient has a smooth red tongue. Which of the following diagnostic tests is an expected follow-up?
A) Biopsy any lesions.
B) Scrape the tongue for syphilis.
C) Screen for lead poisoning.
D) Complete a nutrition screening.
Question 4Mrs S is recently widowed. She worked at home as a full-time wife and mother throughout her adult life. She is now most likely to experience:
A) A desire to obtain employment outside the home
B) Relief at being freed from the responsibilities of childrearing
C) A sense of loss of her established social roles
D) An interest in meeting men her own age and remarrying
Question 5Various changes during the aging process demand multiple complex adjustments that require stamina, ability, and flexibility. In which stage of life do individuals experience the greatest number of simultaneous changes?
A) Adolescence
B) Young adulthood
C) Middle age
D) Old age
Question 6A patient, age 72, has a left intertrochanteric fracture as a result of a fall. In planning ways to increase her safety, the nurse realizes it is most important to determine
a. preexisting health conditions.
b. nutritional status.
c. psychosocial history.
d. pain level.
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