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tichca

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A nurse assesses the eating habits of a 75-year-old client who takes iron supplements for iron deficiency anemia. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
 
  A) I drink orange juice with my iron.
  B) I prefer coffee to take my pills.
  C) I take all my pills with a glass of warm water.
  D) I take my iron in between my meals.

Question 2

A home care nurse assesses the home environment of an older adult client. Which of the following environmental conditions positively affects the functioning and quality of life for the client?
 
  A) The client has thick shag carpeting in the home.
  B) The client shares a bathroom with a teenager.
  C) The client's 2-year-old great grandchild plays in the living room.
  D) The client's home has large south-facing windows with blinds.


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

Ans: B
Foods that change the pH of the gastrointestinal (GI) system interfere with the absorption of iron. It is best taken on an empty stomach, but if it causes GI upset, then it can be taken with orange juice, which helps absorption. Caffeine and some foods interfere with iron absorption. The temperature of the water should not impact the medication absorption.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: D
Shag carpeting can interfere with ambulation, so can the toys of a 2-year-old. Sharing a bathroom also does not affect the environment positively. South-facing windows with blinds allow sunlight, which is a positive environmental condition.


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Gracias!

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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