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pane00

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When teaching clients about laxatives appropriate comment(s) by the nurse would be
 
  a. They can cause fluid retention.
  b. They can be habit-forming so don't overuse them.
  c. Some laxatives can take up to three days to work.
  d. For best results avoid drinking hot liquids, such as tea.

Question 2

Mr. Jones is a 40-year-old disabled man who lives alone since his wife died six months ago. Which factors would the nurse consider place Mr. Jones at risk for developing constipation?
 
  a. his age c. that he is disabled
  b. that he lives alone d. that his wife died so recently



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B, C

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Correct b. and c. are pieces of information clients should know about laxatives.
Incorrect a. and d. are false statements regarding laxative use.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B, C, D

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Correct b.,c., and d. are factors that would affect the client's activity and eating habits combined with the emotional impact (depression) of living alone and grieving for the loss of his wife.
Incorrect a. is incorrect, as his age does not place him at risk for constipation.




pane00

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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


chjcharjto14

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

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