After Assessing a Patient with a Stage II Pressure Ulcer

question 18

Multiple Choice

After assessing a patient with a stage II pressure ulcer, a nurse verifies that the patient is on a diet that will enhance healing. This patient's diet is

• A) High carbohydrate, low calorie.
• B) High protein, high calorie.
• C) Low protein, high calorie.
• D) Low carbohydrate, high calorie.

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Definitions:

Patient Suffered

A statement indicating that the patient experienced distress, pain, or discomfort.

Appropriate

Suitable or fitting for a particular purpose, occasion, or condition.

Charting

The process of recording medical and health care information in a patient's chart, which is an integral part of healthcare documentation.

Acute Shortness

A sudden, severe shortage of breath or difficulty in breathing, which can be a symptom of various underlying health conditions.