A nurse is caring for a client who has vegetative signs of major depression. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Encourage the client to rest in bed during the day.
Request a prescription for antidiarrheal medication.
Provide low-calorie snacks throughout the day.
Offer the client high-protein fluids frequently.
The Correct Answer is D
A. Encourage the client to rest in bed during the day.
Promotes isolation and worsens depression. Activity should be encouraged.
B. Request a prescription for antidiarrheal medication.
Constipation, not diarrhea, is a more common vegetative symptom.
C. Provide low-calorie snacks throughout the day.
High-calorie, nutrient-dense foods are better for clients with poor appetite.
D. Offer the client high-protein fluids frequently.
Vegetative symptoms include poor appetite-offering high-protein fluids helps maintain nutrition and hydration.
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Correct Answer is D
Explanation
A. Cut bruised areas from fruit before consuming it.
Fruits should be avoided if not peeled/cooked-bruised areas may harbor pathogens.
B. Discard leftovers after 48 hr.
Should discard within 24 hr to minimize infection risk.
C. Refrigerate foods within 2 hr of purchase.
Should refrigerate within 1 hour, especially in warm weather or when immune-compromised.
D. Thaw foods in the refrigerator.
Prevents bacterial growth that could lead to foodborne illness-crucial in immunocompromised clients.
Correct Answer is B
Explanation
A. "I will not take aspirin for 1 week following this procedure."
Aspirin does not affect mammogram results, and there's no restriction post-procedure.
B. "I will not apply deodorant before this procedure."
Deodorants can appear as calcifications on a mammogram and interfere with results.
C. "I will not engage in physical activity for 2 days..."
There are no activity restrictions following a mammogram.
D. "I will not eat or drink 8 hours before this procedure."
Fasting is not required for a mammogram.
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