UNDERSTANDING MEDICAL-SURGICAL NURSING 5th Edition Chapter 49
UNDERSTANDING MEDICAL-SURGICAL NURSING 5th Edition Chapter 49 3, 5, 6. Diabetes, high cholesterol, and obesity are all treatable to reduce the risk of stroke. - ANS Which of the following are modifiable risk factors that should be taught to patients at risk for stroke? Select all that apply. 1. Heredity 2. Age 3. Diabetes 4. Race 5. High cholesterol 6. Obesity 1, 2, 4 can all help reduce aspiration. Straws and placing food on the affected side (where the patient may not be aware of it) increase risk. - ANS What interventions can help prevent aspiration in a poststroke patient with dysphagia? Select all that apply. 1. Ensure that patient is fully alert before feeding. 2. Place the patient in high-Fowler's position or chair for meals. 3. Use straws for thin liquids. 4. Use a thickening agent. 5. Place food on affected side of mouth.
Información del documento
- Subido en
- 11 de septiembre de 2023
- Número de páginas
- 2
- Escrito en
- 2023/2024
- Tipo
- Examen
- Contiene
- Preguntas y respuestas
