The nurse is caring for a patient with anorexia nervosa. Which ...

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The nurse is caring for a patient with anorexia nervosa. Which intervention(s) might the nurse use to stimulate appetite? (select all that apply.)
 
  a. Offer oral care after meals.
  b. Arrange for preferred foods to be served.
  c. Encourage family members to bring food from home.
  d. Suggest that family members or friends come and socialize during the meal.
  e. Allow ample time to eat and enjoy the meal.

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a patient who is scheduled to have a thyroid panel drawn next week. After confirming with physician, which information is most important for the nurse to include in the patient instructions?
 
  a. Do not take aspirin for 2 days before the test.
  b. Take an OTC antacid 30 minutes before the test.
  c. Take the preprocedure diuretic 30 minutes before the test.
  d. Do not take any multivitamins for 2 days before the test.

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Answer to Question 1

B, C, D, E
Appetite depends on complex mental processes having to do with memory and mental associa-tions that can be pleasant or extremely unpleasant. Appetite is stimulated by the sight, smell, and thought of food. The physical and social environment in which a person is eating stimulates ap-petite. The enjoyment of eating can be inhibited by unattractive or unfamiliar food, by unpleasant surroundings, and by emotional states such as anxiety, anger, and fear. By serving food based on patient's preferences, encouraging positive interaction, and allowing ample times for meals, the nurse can stimulate appetite. Oral care should be offered before meals to aid in stimulating the appetite.

Answer to Question 2

A
Aspirin, iodine-containing medications, contrast media, and other drugs may affect result. To ensure an accurate test result, aspirin should be avoided for 2 days before testing. Birth control pills also will alter the test results. Antacids, diuretics, and multivitamins do not affect the results of a thyroid panel.