After Receiving Change-Of-Shift Report on Four Patients Who Are Undergoing

question 5

Multiple Choice

After receiving change-of-shift report on four patients who are undergoing substance abuse treatment,which patient will the nurse assess first?

• A) A patient who has just arrived for alcohol abuse treatment and states that the last drink was 3 hours ago
• B) A patient who is agitated and experiencing nausea, occasional vomiting, and diarrhea while withdrawing from heroin
• C) A patient who has tremors secondary to benzodiazepine withdrawal and whose last benzodiazepine use was 4 days ago
• D) A patient who is being treated for cocaine addiction and is irritable and disoriented, with a pulse rate of 112 beats/minute

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Definitions:

Basal Metabolic Rate

The amount of energy expended while at rest in a neutrally temperate environment, necessary to maintain the function of the body's vital organs.

Resting Energy Expenditure

The amount of energy, measured in calories, that a person's body needs to maintain basic physiological functions while at rest.

Nutrient Density

A measure of the amount of nutrients a food contains in relation to the number of calories.

Skin Turgor

Skin turgor refers to the skin's elasticity or its ability to change shape and return to normal. It's commonly assessed to evaluate hydration status in individuals.