The nurse is instructing a patient who is going to have lipid ...

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The nurse is instructing a patient who is going to have lipid level testing. Which of the following would not be included in these instructions?
 
  a. Eat a regular diet for 3 to 7 days before the test.
  b. Exercise the morning of the test.
  c. Do not drink caffeinated beverages or smoke for 24 hours before the test.
  d. Do not eat anything for 12 hours before the test.

Question 2

The older adult client who is most at risk for depression is one who:
 
  1. takes very few medications.
  2. lives independently in the community.
  3. lives with a family member.
  4. was recently diagnosed with a medical illness.

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Answer to Question 1

B
The patient should be instructed to eat a regular diet for 3 to 7 days before the test. The patient should fast for 12 to 14 hours before the test and refrain from vigorous exercise for 24 hours before the test. The patient should also abstain from caffeine and nicotine for 24 hours before the test.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 4