Author Question: Which action by a new staff nurse indicates that further teaching about complementary and ... (Read 58 times)

Pineapplelove6 · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

Which action by a new staff nurse indicates that further teaching about complementary and alternative therapy may be needed?

a. The nurse massages the legs of a patient who has a left foot stasis ulcer.
b. The nurse checks a blood glucose on a patient with diabetes who takes aloe.
c. The nurse suggests the use of acupressure to a patient with tension headaches.
d. The nurse shows a family how to use hand massage to calm an agitated patient.

Question 2

Which nursing actions will the nurse take to assess for possible malnutrition in an older adult patient (select all that apply)?

a. Observe for depression.
b. Review laboratory results.
c. Assess teeth and oral mucosa.
d. Ask about transportation needs.
e. Determine food likes and dislikes.

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

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Massage should not be done for a patient with open wounds. The other actions by the new nurse are appropriate.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, C, D
The laboratory results, especially albumin and cholesterol levels, may indicate chronic poor protein intake or high-fat/cholesterol intake. Transportation impacts patients' ability to shop for groceries. Depression may lead to decreased appetite. Oral sores or teeth in poor condition may decrease the ability to chew and swallow. Food likes and dislikes are not necessarily associated with malnutrition.