The nurse caring for the older adult patient who is taking a diuretic for control of hypertension should monitor the patient closely for signs of which of the following?
a. Hypokalemia
b. Hypocalcemia
c. Hyponatremia
d. Hyperkalemia
Question 2A patient is receiving an iron preparation in capsule form. What should the nurse administer the iron preparation with in order to improve absorption?
a. Orange juice
b. Milk products
c. Water
d. Caffeine drinks
Question 3The home health nurse does an ongoing assessment of the patient who has had a subtotal gastrectomy. What vitamin deficiency should the nurse monitor for?
a. A
b. B6
c. B12
d. C
Question 4A patient on a fat-restricted diet is noted to have developed a pressure ulcer and decreased visual acuity. What vitamin deficiency should the nurse suspect?
a. A
b. B6
c. B12
d. C
Question 5What makes up high-density lipoproteins (HDL)?
a. Mainly proteins
b. Mostly triglycerides
c. Mainly cholesterol
d. A variety of minerals
Question 6The nurse recommends that the older patient eat chicken and fish because they contain complete proteins. What is present in complete proteins?
a. Molecules of carbohydrate
b. All the essential amino acids
c. A high fat content
d. A soluble fiber
Question 7How often does the MyPlate guidelines recommend physical activity occur?
a. Twice a week
b. Weekly
c. Three times a week
d. Every day
Question 8What is the lowest recommended daily caloric intake needed to safely meet the nutritional needs of the older adult?
a. 1000
b. 1200
c. 1400
d. 1800
Question 9What would the nurse be conveying when using touch as a form of communication? (Select all that apply.)
a. Affection
b. Understanding
c. Concern
d. Apathy
e. Acknowledgment
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