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audie

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The nurse, caring for a postoperative client, will assess vital signs:
 
  1. every 15 minutes for the first hour.
  2. every 20 minutes for the first hour.
  3. every 30 minutes for the first hour.
  4. not important at this point.

Question 2

A client asks the nurse why she should be concerned about the amount of sodium in ice cream. Which of the following should the nurse respond to this client?
 
  1. Sodium is used to enhance the flavor.
  2. Sodium is used to emulsify the ice cream.
  3. Sodium is used to prevent mold.
  4. Sodium is used as a preservative.



vickyvicksss

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Answer to Question 1

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Vital signs are performed every 15 minutes for the first hour and may be done more often if the client is less stable. Vital sign assessment is extremely important and should be done more frequently than every 20 or 30 minutes.

Answer to Question 2

2
Sodium is used in ice cream as an emulsifier. Sodium in canned or processed foods is used to enhance flavor. Sodium is used to prevent mold in cheese, breads, and cakes. Sodium is used as a preservative in cured meats and sausages.



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