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ishan

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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

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Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

C
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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.



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