Health education is an integral component of all nurseperson interactions. However, certain individuals have a greater need for health education than others.
Which one of the following individuals likely has the greatest need for health education?
A) An IV drug user who is receiving antibiotics for the treatment of endocarditis
B) A young adult who has suffered traumatic injuries in a motorcycle accident
C) The parents of an infant who has been admitted for treatment of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)
D) An elderly woman who has just been diagnosed with congestive heart failure (CHF)
Question 2
The home care nurse regularly performs visits to a client's apartment. This client asks about ways that exercise might be able to control his type 2 diabetes. How should the nurse respond to the client's query?
A) Exercise is very beneficial for diabetes control, but if it's too vigorous it can lead to rebound hyperglycemia that is dangerous..
B) Confirm with your doctor, but it's likely best to maintain a low activity levels to keep your glucose levels within normal range..
C) Exercise can be an excellent substitute for oral antihyperglycemic medications..
D) It's important to have an exercise plan that is appropriate specifically for you, because you don't want to bring on hypoglycemia by exercising too hard..
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