The Nurse Is Creating a Plan of Care for an Obese

question 37

Multiple Choice

The nurse is creating a plan of care for an obese patient who is suffering from fatigue related to ineffective breathing. Which intervention best addresses a short-term goal the patient could achieve?

• A) Sleeping on two to three pillows at night
• B) Limiting the diet to 1500 calories a day
• C) Running 30 minutes every morning
• D) Stopping smoking immediately

Explain the role of therapy and medications in treating substance use disorders.

Recognize the societal impact of substance use and related disorders.

Identify drug prevention and management strategies.

Understand the mechanisms of how chronic substance use affects neurotransmitter production in the brain.

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Definitions:

Forceps

A medical instrument used to grasp, manipulate, or extract tissue or objects during surgical procedures.

Hemostat

A surgical tool used to control bleeding by clamping blood vessels during surgery.

Ratchet

A ratchet is a mechanical device that allows continuous linear or rotary motion in only one direction while preventing motion in the opposite direction.

Locking Mechanism

A device or feature designed to prevent movement or separation by locking parts together.