Author Question: A client has been prescribed a medication that also has a sedative effect. What time of the day is ... (Read 25 times)

ishan

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 546
A client has been prescribed a medication that also has a sedative effect. What time of
  the day is best for the client to take the medication?
 
  A) Before breakfast
  B) Before lunch
  C) Early morning
  D) Early evening

Question 2

A 50-year-old client is being discharged after a prostatectomy. What instruction should be provided to the client for self-care?
 
  A) Ask the client to avoid using stool softeners.
  B) Ask the client to avoid any exercise for 2 weeks.
  C) Instruct the client on the proper technique for Kegel exercises.
  D) Instruct the client to restrict his fluid intake for a week.



jamesnevil303

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 337
Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

C
Feedback:
The nurse should instruct the client on the proper technique for Kegel exercises. The client can use the prescribed dose of stool softeners to prevent constipation. The client should do Kegel exercises for fast recovery. The nurse should instruct the client to increase his fluid intake to prevent bladder infection and urinary retention.



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
 

Did you know?

An identified risk factor for osteoporosis is the intake of excessive amounts of vitamin A. Dietary intake of approximately double the recommended daily amount of vitamin A, by women, has been shown to reduce bone mineral density and increase the chances for hip fractures compared with women who consumed the recommended daily amount (or less) of vitamin A.

Did you know?

The liver is the only organ that has the ability to regenerate itself after certain types of damage. As much as 25% of the liver can be removed, and it will still regenerate back to its original shape and size. However, the liver cannot regenerate after severe damage caused by alcohol.

Did you know?

A seasonal flu vaccine is the best way to reduce the chances you will get seasonal influenza and spread it to others.

Did you know?

In the United States, an estimated 50 million unnecessary antibiotics are prescribed for viral respiratory infections.

Did you know?

The U.S. Pharmacopeia Medication Errors Reporting Program states that approximately 50% of all medication errors involve insulin.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library