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HCHenry

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on: Jul 11, 2018
Mrs. Singer is a 68-year-old woman, 5 feet tall, 200 lb, admitted to a facility for complications related to her weight. She has lived alone since her spouse died 5 years ago. What is not a component of her rehabilitation?
 
  a. Reduced calorie intake
  b. Exercise program
  c. Review of health complications of obesity
  d. Diet and exercise education

Question 2

Which of the following is not a nursing responsibility in caring for an older adult with congestive heart failure?
 
  a. Increase fluid intake to compensate for potential fluid depletion with the use of diuretics
  b. Weigh the older adult daily at the same time
  c. Assess the older adult for signs of pedal or other dependent edema
  d. Provide a low-salt diet


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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C
Mrs. Singer is aware of the complications of obesity. The staff must be very encouraging and supportive so that Mrs. Singer can gain trust in sharing fears and concerns to the staff. Her self-image and self-esteem will increase by positive reinforcement for weight loss, increased activity tolerance, and strength.

Answer to Question 2

A
Response A does not make sense. Diuretics are administered to remove excess fluid, so increasing fluid intake would be an inappropriate response. Responses B, C, and D all are appropriate interventions.


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