The community pediatric nurse is conducting a home visit with a ...

[Metfan725]

The community pediatric nurse is conducting a home visit with a new family. The nurse knows when she is in the home, it will be important to get a thorough assessment. The assessment should consist of:
 
  1. The number of family members living in the home.
   2. The employment of the adults in the home.
   3. How personal space is perceived.
   4. All of the above should be considered in the assessment.

Question 2

What does an Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) patient need to know to help reduce his/her symptoms?
 
  1. Keep a food diary to identify triggers for symptoms
   2. Decrease the amount of fiber in his/her diet
   3. Fewer larger meals may reduce incidence of symptoms
   4. Avoid supplements, such as fiber supplements or probiotics

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Answer to Question 1

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1. An important component, along with other choices
2. An important component, along with other choices
3. An important component, along with other choices
4. Family members, employment, and personal space should all be assessed by the nurse.

Answer to Question 2

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1. IBS patients should keep a food diary to identify the foods that aggravate their condition.
2. IBS patients should also increase the amount of fiber in their diet.
3. IBS patients should eat more frequent, smaller meals.
4. Fiber and probiotic supplements are encouraged.

[Metfan725]

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[JaynaD87]

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