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storky111 · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

A woman has received a discharge order the day after the spontaneous vaginal delivery of a healthy infant. Her health care provider has provided her with a prescription for codeine-acetaminophen tablets as well as diclofenac suppositories.

What strategy should the nurse teach the patient about the potential side effects of her codeine-acetaminophen pills?
A) It's important that you minimize your salt intake when you're taking these to avoid cramping.
B) These might cause you to lose your appetite but please try to maintain good nutrition nonetheless.
C) Try to drink plenty of fluids to make sure you don't get constipated while you're taking these pills.
D) Try to avoid taking these on an empty stomach to minimize the chance of irritating your stomach lining.

Question 2

A nurse who works in a long-term care facility recognizes the challenge of fostering and maintaining the mental health of residents. Which of the following suggestions for new residents is most appropriate?

A) It's helpful to maximize the amount of time that you spend with your family and peers..
B) Try to stay involved in activities that you find satisfying and interesting..
C) Don't hesitate to ask your physician about antidepressants whenever you feel your mood worsening..
D) To maintain health and balance it's best to avoid spending too much time alone..

kaykay69 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

B
Feedback:
Mental health is fostered by maintaining involvement in personally satisfying activities. It would be inappropriate to recommend either maximizing social time or minimizing time alone for each and every resident, irrespective of personal preferences. It would be inaccurate to recommend antidepressants with every negative change in mood.