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A nurse is reinforcing teaching about liquid iron supplements with a client who has anemia. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
A. Take iron supplements between meals for maximum absorption.
. The nurse should instruct the client to take iron supplements between meals for maximum absorption.
B. Reduce gastric distress by taking iron supplements with an antacid.
is incorrect because antacids can decrease absorption of iron
C. Check for orange-colored stools after 4 days of treatment.
is incorrect because orange-colored stools may occur after the first dose of iron
D. Mix iron supplements with milk to prevent staining of the teeth.
is incorrect because milk can also decrease absorption of iron
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Full Explanation
The correct answer is choice A. The nurse should instruct the client to take iron supplements between meals for maximum absorption. Choice B is incorrect because antacids can decrease the absorption of iron. Choice C is incorrect because orange-colored stools may occur after the first dose of iron. Choice D is incorrect because milk can also decrease the absorption of iron. Choice B is not correct because antacids can decrease the absorption of iron. Choice C is not correct because orange-colored stools may occur after the first dose of iron. Choice D is not correct because milk can also decrease the absorption of iron.
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A nurse is collecting data for an older adult client who has cystitis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? (Select all that apply.)
A. Dysuria
Dysuria, or painful urination, is a common symptom of cystitis due to the inflammation of the bladder lining.
B. Bradycardia
Bradycardia, or slow heart rate, is not typically associated with cystitis. Cystitis primarily affects the urinary system and does not usually impact heart rate.
C. Pruritus
Pruritus, or itching, is not a common symptom of cystitis. Itching is more often associated with skin conditions or allergic reactions.
D. Hematuria
Hematuria, or blood in the urine, can occur with cystitis due to the irritation and inflammation of the bladder lining.
Full Explanation
The correct answer is a. Dysuria and d. Hematuria.
Choice A rationale:
Dysuria, or painful urination, is a common symptom of cystitis due to the inflammation of the bladder lining.
Choice B rationale:
Bradycardia, or slow heart rate, is not typically associated with cystitis. Cystitis primarily affects the urinary system and does not usually impact heart rate.
Choice C rationale:
Pruritus, or itching, is not a common symptom of cystitis. Itching is more often associated with skin conditions or allergic reactions.
Choice D rationale:
Hematuria, or blood in the urine, can occur with cystitis due to the irritation and inflammation of the bladder lining.
A nurse in a provider's office is reinforcing teaching about disease prevention with an older adult client. Which of the following immunizations should the nurse recommend to the client?
A. Tuberculosis
Choice A is incorrect because the tuberculosis vaccine is not routinely given to adults in the United States
B. Human papillomavirus (HPV)
Choice B is incorrect because the HPV vaccine is recommended primarily for young adults to prevent HPV-related cancers
C. Measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR)
. Choice C is incorrect because the MMR vaccine is recommended for children, and most adults have already received it
D. Pneumococcal
Choice A is not correct because the tuberculosis vaccine is not routinely given to adults in the United States.
Full Explanation
The nurse should recommend the pneumococcal vaccine to the client, as this is recommended for all adults over the age of 65 to prevent pneumococcal disease. Choice A is incorrect because the tuberculosis vaccine is not routinely given to adults in the United States. Choice B is incorrect because the HPV vaccine is recommended primarily for young adults to prevent HPV-related cancers. Choice C is incorrect because the MMR vaccine is recommended for children, and most adults have already received it. Choice A is not correct because the tuberculosis vaccine is not routinely given to adults in the United States.
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is scheduled for a cardiac catheterization. Which of the following should the nurse tell the client to expect during injection of the contrast medium?
A. Numbness in the fingertips
is not correct because numbness in the fingertips is not
B. Urge to urinate
incorrect because the urge to urinate is associated with cystoscopy
C. Pain in the jawline
incorrect because numbness in the fingertips and pain in the jawline are not expected during the procedure.
D. Feeling of heat
During injection of the contrast medium, the client may experience a feeling of heat
Full Explanation
The correct answer is choice D. During injection of the contrast medium, the client may experience a feeling of heat. Choices A and C are incorrect because numbness in the fingertips and pain in the jawline are not expected during the procedure. Choice B is incorrect because the urge to urinate is associated with cystoscopy. Choice A is not correct because numbness in the fingertips is not expected during the procedure. Choice B is not correct because the urge to urinate is associated with cystoscopy. Choice C is not correct because pain in the jawline is not expected during the procedure.