Author Question: The client with frequent upper respiratory infections (URIs) asks the nurse why food doesn't seem to ... (Read 19 times)

asd123 · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

The client with frequent upper respiratory infections (URIs) asks the nurse why food doesn't seem to have any taste during illness. The nurse understands that this is because of which of the following?

1. Anorexia is triggered by the infectious organism.
2. Blocked nasal passages impair the senses of smell and taste.
3. The infection blocks sensation from the taste buds of the tongue.
4. The client's medication therapy has caused changes in the normal flora of the mouth.

Question 2

A client presents to the urgent care center with complaints of abdominal pain and vomits bright red blood. Which of the following is the priority action taken by the nurse?

1. Take the client's vital signs.
2. Perform a complete abdominal assessment.
3. Obtain a thorough history of the recent health status.
4. Prepare to insert a nasogastric tube and test pH and occult blood.

TheDev123 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

2

Rationale: When nasal passages become blocked because of URIs, the client has impaired senses of taste and smell. This occurs because one of the normal functions of the nose is to stimulate appetite through smell. The other options are incorrect.

Answer to Question 2

1

Rationale: The nurse should take the client's vital signs first to determine whether the client is hypovolemic or in shock from blood loss; this also provides a baseline blood pressure and pulse by which to gauge the effectiveness of treatment. Signs and symptoms of shock include low blood pressure, rapid weak pulse, increased thirst, cold clammy skin, and restlessness.