A nurse at a provider’s office is reinforcing teaching with a client who is being treated with chemotherapy and is losing weight. Which of the following instructions should the nurse give to increase the client’s caloric intake? (Select all that apply.)
Use honey on toast.
Use milk instead of water in recipes.
Increase fluids during meals.
Substitute salad dressing for mayonnaise on sandwiches
Top yogurt with granola.
Correct Answer : A,B,D,E
A. Using honey on toast adds calories and sweetness.
B. Use milk instead of water in recipes increases the caloric content of the meal.
C. While important for hydration, it does not directly increase caloric intake.
D. Mayonnaise has more calories.
E. Topping yogurt with granola adds calories and texture to increase caloric intake.
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Correct Answer is ["2"]
Explanation
To answer the question, the nurse should first calculate the dose of ondansetron in mL. The formula is:
Dose (mL) = Ordered dose (mg) / Available dose (mg/mL)
Plugging in the values, we get:
Dose (mL) = 4 mg / 2 mg/mL
Dose (mL) = 2 mL
Correct Answer is A
Explanation
A. Lactated Ringer’s is the preferred fluid for fluid resuscitation in the first 24 hours after a burn injury as it helps replace lost fluids and electrolytes.
B. Dextrose 5% in water is not the primary fluid for burn resuscitation.
C. 0.9% sodium chloride may be used, but Lactated Ringer’s is often preferred.
D. Dextrose 5% in 0.9% sodium chloride is not the primary fluid for burn resuscitation.
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