The nurse is caring for a client admitted for observation after ...

[iveyjurea]

The nurse is caring for a client admitted for observation after having experienced a transient ischemic attack. What statement by the client indicates the need for further education concerning the condition?
 
  A) The effects of this are short-lived but the underlying problem needs to be addressed.
  B) It's likely that I'll experience another attack at some point.
  C) This is a wake-up call because I am at an increased risk for a stroke.
  D) Once I have completely recovered from this I probably won't have further problems.

Question 2

The nurse is reviewing the history of a client who has been diagnosed with hypertension. When planning care for the client, which risk factor is nonmodifiable? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Weight
  B) Age
  C) Family history
  D) Sedentary lifestyle
  E) History of type 1 diabetes

[leannegxo]

Answer to Question 1

Ans: D
Feedback:
Transient ischemic attacks are warnings of an increased risk for a stroke and should be taken seriously.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B, C, E
Feedback:
Nonmodifiable risk factors are those elements of the client's history that cannot be changed. Age, family history, and a diagnosis of diabetes are permanent factors and cannot be modified. Weight and level of activity can be changed.

[iveyjurea]

Excellent

[bitingbit]

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