VERIFIED A+ ANSWERS 2026 EDITION
Family-Centered Nursing Care
Care approach considering family impact on health.
Compliance
Adherence to medical instructions by the client.
Digitalis
Medication used to treat heart conditions.
Potassium Level
Normal range is 3.5-5.0 mEq/L.
Hypokalemia
Condition of low potassium levels in blood.
Digitalis Toxicity
Adverse effects from excessive digitalis levels.
Dysphagia
Difficulty swallowing, requiring special feeding techniques.
Thickened Liquids
Modified liquids for safer swallowing in dysphagia.
UAP (Unlicensed Assistive Personnel)
Support staff assisting with basic patient care.
Choking Risk
Increased danger of airway obstruction during eating.
Aspiration Risk
Danger of food or liquid entering lungs.
Nutritional Intervention
Action taken to address dietary deficiencies.
Cantaloupe
High potassium food recommended for hypokalemia.
, Asparagus
Low potassium food, not suitable for hypokalemia.
Blackberries
Low potassium food, not suitable for hypokalemia.
Cucumbers
Very low potassium food, not suitable for hypokalemia.
Client Autonomy
Respecting client's right to make decisions.
Family Collaboration
Working with family to meet care needs.
Psychosocial Needs
Emotional and social requirements of the client.
Physiologic Needs
Basic physical requirements for health.
Health Influence
Impact of one family member's health on others.
Nursing Intervention
Actions taken by nurses to promote health.
Care Preferences
Individual choices regarding health care approaches.
Thickened liquids
Eases swallowing, reduces choking risk.
Dysphagia
Difficulty swallowing, requires special care.
Upright position
Prevents airway obstruction during swallowing.
Ample time between bites
Reduces rush, lowers aspiration risk.
Warfarin sodium