Author Question: When assessing the older adult, the nurse considers which aspect of the patient's routine as a ... (Read 24 times)

HudsonKB16 · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

When assessing the older adult, the nurse considers which aspect of the patient's routine as a possible contributor to constipation?

a. Intake of antacids several times a day
b. Taking a laxative once a week
c. Excessive exercise routine
d. Eating two apples a day
e. Drinking 60 ounces of bottled water daily

Question 2

When providing information about high cholesterol levels, the nurse explains that saturated fats usually are animal in origin, solid at room temperature, and should be avoided because they:

a. block absorption of nutrients.
b. interfere with metabolism.
c. increase blood cholesterol.
d. must be hydrogenated.

Ddddd · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
Intake of antacids is constipating. All other options decrease the risk of constipation.

Answer to Question 2

C
Saturated fats tend to increase blood cholesterol.