Timothy is a nurse who works on a medical unit in the hospital. ...

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Timothy is a nurse who works on a medical unit in the hospital. He admits four patients on his shift. After his nursing assessment, which of his patients should Timothy refer for a nutritional consultation?
 
  A. 24-year-old patient with dry skin
  B. 45-year-old patient who has lost 34 pounds over the last year with a weight-loss diet
  C. 33-year-old patient with dehydration
  D. 74-year-old patient with urinary incontinence

Question 2

Janice is a nurse who works for a pediatric clinic. She is preparing a 13-year-old patient with strep throat for the health care provider. Which of the following is the most important patient teaching information to prevent re-infection?
 
  A. Replace your toothbrush.
  B. Floss thoroughly after each meal.
  C. Change your bed sheets.
  D. Gargle with antiseptic mouthwash.

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Answer to Question 1

C
Certain nutritional risk factors, such as unintentional weight loss, the presence of a modified diet, or the presence of nutritional impact symptoms (i.e., nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation), are triggers for nutritional consultation.

Answer to Question 2

A
Instruct patients to obtain a new toothbrush every 3 months or after a cold or strep throat to minimize growth of microorganisms on the brush surfaces.