1. The nurse explains to a client who underwent gastric resection that which of the following meals is most likely to cause rapid emptying of the stomach?
A) a high-protein meal
B) a high-fat meal
C) a large meal regardless of nutrient content
D) a high-carbohydrate meal
2. Which of the following foods should be avoided by clients who are prone to develop heartburn as a result of gastroesophgeal reflux disease (GERD)?
A) lettuce
B) eggs
C) chocolate
D) butterscotch
3. Nurses caring for clients who have cancer and are taking opioids need to assess for all of the following except:
A) tolerance.
B) constipation.
C) sedation.
D) addiction.
4. The goals of palliative care include all of the following except:
A) giving clients with life-threatening illnesses the best quality of life possible.
B) taking care of the whole person - body, mind, spirit, heart, and soul.
C) no interventions are needed because the client is near death.
D) support of needs of the family and client.
5. Major competencies for the nurse giving end-oflife care include:
A) demonstrating respect and compassion, and applying knowledge and skills in care of the family and the client.
B) assessing and intervening to support total management of the family and client.
C) setting goals, expectations, and dynamic changes to care for the client.
D) keeping all sad news away from the family and client.
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