In teaching a patient how to decrease the chance of further ...

[j.rubin]

In teaching a patient how to decrease the chance of further problems with urolithiasis, barring any other contraindication, the nurse would encourage him to
 
  a. increase his fluid intake.
  b. avoid contact sports.
  c. restrict his protein intake.
  d. take one baby aspirin daily.

Question 2

It is 2 days after a difficult patient's urinary diversion surgery. He continues to be critical of the hospital and the nursing care, even though the staff has spent time explaining the care to him.
 
  The most likely explanation for his behavior is that he a. is used to having things done his way.
  b. has an obsessive-compulsive disorder.
  c. has no other responsibilities to keep him occupied.
  d. is having problems accepting the urinary diversion.

[ladyjames123]

Answer to Question 1

A
Fluid intake should be encouraged to at least 2,000 mL of fluid in 24 hours, unless contraindicated.

Answer to Question 2

D
Patient teaching centers on tasks of lifestyle adaptation: care of the stoma, nutrition, fluid intake, maintaining self-esteem in light of altered body image, modifying sexual activities, and early detection of complications.

[j.rubin]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[T4T]

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