Author Question: The nurse has provided instructions to a pregnant client who is preparing to take iron supplements. ... (Read 28 times)

Themember4 · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

The nurse has provided instructions to a pregnant client who is preparing to take iron supplements.

The nurse determines that the client understands the instructions if the client states that she will take the supplements with which of the following? 1. Milk
2. Tea
3. Coffee
4. Orange juice

Question 2

The client has been diagnosed with pyelonephritis. The nurse interprets that which of the following health problems has placed the client at risk for this disorder?

1. Diabetes mellitus
2. Intravenous (IV) contrast medium
3. Orthostatic hypotension
4. Coronary artery disease

lucas dlamini · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

4

Rationale: Foods containing ascorbic acid will increase the absorption of iron. Calcium and phosphorus in milk and tannin in tea decrease iron absorption. Coffee binds iron and prevents it from being fully absorbed. Orange juice is the only item that contains ascorbic acid and will in-crease the absorption of iron supplements.

Answer to Question 2

1

Rationale: Pyelonephritis is most commonly caused by entry of bacteria, obstruction, or reflux. Risk factors associated with pyelonephritis include diabetes mellitus, hypertension, chronic renal calculi, chronic cystitis, overuse of analgesics, structural abnormalities of the urinary tract, presence of urinary stones, and indwelling or frequent urinary catheterization.