Author Question: When instructing a primary caregiver about keeping a daily log of blood pressure readings, the nurse ... (Read 37 times)

vicotolentino · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

When instructing a primary caregiver about keeping a daily log of blood pressure readings, the nurse should include what instruction(s)? (Select all that apply.)

a. Take the reading at different times during the day.
b. Apply the cuff approximately 2 inches above the antecubital fossa.
c. If unable to get a reading the first time, immediately reinflate the cuff.
d. Assess pulse with the bell of the stethoscope.
e. Apply the cuff snugly.

Question 2

When discussing the digestion and metabolism of fat, the nurse tells the patient who has a history of cholecystitis and is on a low-fat diet that fat must be emulsified to be digested. The ingredient necessary for emulsification is:

a. sugar.
b. cholesterol.
c. bile.
d. protein.

Eazy416 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B, E
Readings for a blood pressure log should be taken at the same time every day on the same arm. The cuff should be applied 2 inches above the antecubital fossa and secured snugly. The pulse should be assessed with the diaphragm of the stethoscope. If unable to get a reading the first time, the cuff should be deflated completely and reinflated after several minutes.

Answer to Question 2

C
Bile is necessary to emulsify fat.