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segrsyd

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Which interventions are health promotions to prevent pneumonia? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Position patient on the back to prevent aspiration.
  b. Encourage elder patients to receive influenza and pneumococcal vaccines.
  c. Provide for good health habits (nutrition, hygiene, exercise).
  d. Allow new stroke patients to feed themselves to encourage self-care.
  e. Check for placement before administering tube feedings.

Question 2

A 73-year-old client with a diagnosis of upper respiratory infection has been prescribed antibiotics. The client has inquired about natural remedies to supplement antibiotic therapy and reduce future infections.
 
  Which of the following substances might the nurse encourage the client to explore? A) Echinacea and garlic
  B) Aloe vera and rosemary oil
  C) Ginger and witch hazel
  D) Glucosamine and vitamin D



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Answer to Question 1

B, C, E
Older adults should receive pneumococcal and influenza vaccines. Good health habits are the basis for preventing disease. Aspiration can occur if the nasogastric tube is not correctly placed in the stomach. New stroke patients should be assisted with eating until the gag reflex is established.

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Garlic and Echinacea are noted to have antibiotic properties, while this is not the case with the other cited substances.




segrsyd

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review


Dinolord

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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