Author Question: Which actions should the nurse take to help the severely anemic patient conserve energy? (Select all ... (Read 27 times)

tiara099 · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

Which actions should the nurse take to help the severely anemic patient conserve energy? (Select all that apply.)

a. Manage care to include frequent rest pe-riods.
b. Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs).
c. Place personal care items close at hand.
d. Arrange for small meals with be-tween-meal snacks.
e. Ensure that exercise sessions are planned during the morning.

Question 2

The nurse reminds the patient that in laparoscopic surgery, with the small incision and less tissue trauma, there is less pain because of the diminished ______________.

Fill in the blanks with correct word

Pariscourtney · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A, B, C, D
Managing care and planning for rest, assisting with ADLs, placing personal care items nearby, and arranging for small meals are all actions that will spare the patient fatigue. Exercise sessions should not be implemented until the severe anemia improves.

Answer to Question 2

inflammatory response

There is less trauma, therefore less inflammatory response, which reduces pain.