The nurse is interviewing a new patient in the clinic. The ...

[penza]

The nurse is interviewing a new patient in the clinic. The patient is premenopausal, but is concerned about the bone changes and osteoporosis that can occur, since she is getting close to menopause.
 
  The nurse tells the patient that prevention is the primary goal. A primary goal for prevention would be: 1. Eliminating all alcohol intake.
  2. Taking 500 mg of calcium each day.
  3. Use of sunscreen to assist with absorption of vitamin D.
  4. Regular weight-bearing and muscle-strengthening exercises.

Question 2

The nurse is assessing a patient before administering an analgesic. What are some of the factors the nurse should consider? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.
 
  1. The patient is willing to receive medication after being advised about it.
  2. The patient's vital signs are stable.
  3. The partner agrees to use of the medication.
  4. The patient has no known allergies to the medication.
  5. The patient is aware of side effects of the medication.

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Answer to Question 1

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Rationale 1: Alcohol in low moderation is acceptable.
Rationale 2: Calcium should be 12001500 mg a day.
Rationale 3: Sunscreen results in decreased production of vitamin D in the skin.
Rationale 4: This is correct. Regular weight bearing of the long bones is a primary goal for the prevention of osteoporosis.

Answer to Question 2

1,2,4,5
Rationale 1: Medication should be explained to the patient before it is administered.
Rationale 2: Vital signs need to be stable before any analgesic medication is administered.
Rationale 3: Whether the partner agrees is not important. It is the patient's choice.
Rationale 4: Ask the patient about allergies before administering any medications.
Rationale 5: Patients should always be aware of side effects.

[penza]

Excellent

[bdobbins]

Great answer, keep it coming