Exam 25: Physiological Stress

The nurse notes that a client is not expected to abstain from food or fluids before a surgical procedure. Which possible postoperative complication is avoided by this action?

The nurse notes that a client with several leg wounds is prescribed additional protein in the diet. For which reason is it important for this client to ingest additional protein at this time?

A client is being treated for extensive burns over much of the body. For which reason should the nurse expect to administer extra fluids to this client?

A client is being treated for burns over the torso and lower extremities. Which supplement is the priority when providing care to the client at this time?

A client recovering from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle crash is on a regular diet but has no appetite and is not eating. What could be the result of this client taking in an inadequate amount of calories?

The nurse is caring for a client with a pressure ulcer. For which nutrient should the nurse assess that this client is receiving an adequate amount?

During a preoperative assessment, the nurse learns that a client takes all-natural nutritional supplements. Which response should the nurse make to this client?

A client is recovering from traumatic injuries. Which foods should the nurse encourage the client to eat to maximize wound healing?

The nurse caring for a client with pressure ulcers. What should the nurse consider as the role of vitamins and minerals in this client's care?

The nurse is concerned that a critically ill client is experiencing mobilization of fat stores and skeletal muscle and tissue proteins are being catabolized. Which metabolic state is this client experiencing?

A client with a critical illness is demonstrating signs of the fight-or-flight response. What occurs in the client's body during this response?

An older client with an acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) has a low oxygen saturation level and becomes short of breath when eating. Why should the nurse recommend that this client be on a high-fat high-protein diet?

The nurse completes a nutritional assessment with a client scheduled for surgery. For which BMI should the nurse suggest that this client have enteral therapy for 2 weeks prior to the surgery?