The Nurse Is Providing Instructions to a Patient Who Is

question 125

Multiple Choice

The nurse is providing instructions to a patient who is being screened for colorectal cancer.Which of the following instructions should the nurse provide? Select all that apply.

• A)"You will need to avoid red meat for the next 3 days and throughout the specimen-collection period."
• B)"You must cook all fruits and vegetables consumed throughout the testing period."
• C)"Please provide a list of all medication and supplements you typically use."
• D)"Do not use laxatives, enemas, or suppositories for 3 days prior to the testing."
• E)"You must avoid all sexual activity for a full week before the testing."
• F)"I will give you a list of foods to avoid since many can interfere with occult blood testing."

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Definitions:

Mintzberg's Managerial Roles

A framework that categorizes ten roles managers typically perform, including interpersonal, informational, and decisional roles.

Conceptual Skill

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The ability to convince others to accept a certain viewpoint, idea, or action through reasoning or argument.

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