Author Question: A client tells the nurse that he knows he has high blood pressure but does not want to take any ... (Read 24 times)

crobinson2013 · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

A client tells the nurse that he knows he has high blood pressure but does not want to take any medication. The nurse should instruct this client on the risk of which of the following?

1. Metabolic syndrome
2. Diabetes
3. Gastritis
4. Cardiomyopathy

Question 2

The nurse knows that the mother of a 6-year-old has not met the goal of teaching when she states which of the following?

1. I will give him his ADHD medication with his meals
2. I will stick to the same routine each day after school..
3. I will let him do his homework while he is watching his favorite television show..
4. I will take my child to the physician every three months for a weight and height check..

lou · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

4. Cardiomyopathy

Rationale:
Hypertension places the client at risk for development of cardiomyopathy. Hypertension has not been associated with metabolic syndrome, diabetes, or gastritis.

Answer to Question 2

3. I will let him do his homework while he is watching his favorite television show..

Rationale:
This child should do homework in a quiet environment, away from distractions. Giving ADHD medication with meals will help counteract anorexia associated with this medication. Maintaining the same daily routine helps the child know expectations, and a nighttime routine helps counteract insomnia. Children with ADHD should be screened regularly for height and weight to monitor growth.