When Teaching a Patient with Chronic Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic

question 23

Multiple Choice

When teaching a patient with chronic syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH) about long-term management of the disorder, the nurse determines that additional instruction is needed when the patient says,

• A) "I should weigh myself daily and report any sudden weight loss or gain."
• B) "I need to limit my fluid intake to no more than 1 quart of liquids a day."
• C) "I will eat foods high in potassium because the diuretics cause potassium loss."
• D) "I need to shop for foods that are low in sodium and avoid adding salt to foods."

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Understand the historical development of public health initiatives and their impact on community health.

Analyze the role of government and non-governmental organizations in the advancement of public health.

Identify key figures and their contributions to public health and nursing.

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Definitions:

Hidden Observer

A concept in hypnosis suggesting that a part of the mind remains aware and observes when the rest of the mind is under hypnosis.

Hilgard

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Dream Differences

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Strangers

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