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clmills979

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on: Jul 11, 2018
The family of an older male patient asks why the patient needs to be hospitalized for pneumonia when the youngest daughter had the same infection a few months ago and was treated at home. How should the nurse respond to the family?
 
  1. The patient has chronic illnesses that put him at risk.
  2. I don't think you can compare your grandfather to yourself.
  3. There are some differences between men and women and illness.
  4. Aging decreases the body's ability to restore balance to body systems with an infection.

Question 2

Which of the following foods that are recommended for prevention of colorectal cancer in men. (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Oranges, peaches, pears
  b. Pasta, bread, muffins
  c. Bacon, pork, beef
  d. Chicken, pinto beans, asparagus
  e. Ice cream, cheese, butter
  f. Pretzels, gelatin dessert, applesauce


jjorrostieta

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

4
Rationale: There is not enough information to determine if the patient has chronic illnesses.

Answer to Question 2

A, D, F
Eating plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grain foods and limiting intake of high-fat foods will help prevent colorectal cancer in men.


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