RN Health Promotion and Maintenance 3

Question 1

A nurse is educating a patient with newly diagnosed hypertension. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of lifestyle modifications?

Accepted Answer

'I will exercise for 30 minutes most days of the week and limit sodium to 2,300 mg/day.'

Answer

Regular aerobic exercise and sodium restriction are two of the most evidence-based lifestyle modifications for blood pressure reduction in hypertensive patients.

Question 2

Which teaching should the nurse provide to a patient who is immunocompromised regarding infection prevention?

Accepted Answer

Practice hand hygiene frequently, avoid crowds, and report fever above 100.4°F (38°C) immediately

Answer

Frequent hand hygiene, crowd avoidance, and prompt reporting of fever are the cornerstone protective behaviors for immunocompromised patients to prevent life-threatening infections.

Question 3

A school nurse is teaching adolescents about skin cancer prevention. Which statement is most important?

Accepted Answer

Apply broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen and reapply every 2 hours during outdoor exposure

Answer

Broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen applied and reapplied every 2 hours provides proven protection against UVA and UVB radiation, which cause skin cancer.

Question 4

A nurse is teaching a patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) about energy conservation. Which technique is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Use pursed-lip breathing during exertion and schedule rest periods

Answer

Pursed-lip breathing slows respiration, reduces air trapping, and improves oxygenation; rest periods prevent excessive energy expenditure in COPD patients.

Question 5

A nurse is teaching postpartum care to a new mother who had a vaginal delivery. Which instruction is most important for perineal wound care?

Accepted Answer

Use a peri-bottle with warm water after each toileting episode and apply ice packs in the first 24 hours

Answer

Using a peri-bottle rinses the perineum gently to prevent infection; ice packs in the first 24 hours reduce edema and pain at the episiotomy or laceration site.

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RN Health Promotion and Maintenance 3