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Test Bank for Medical Surgical Nursing: Concepts for Interprofessional Collaborative Care 10th Edition
Chapter 60 : Care of Patients with Malnutrition: Undernutrition and Obesity Questions
Question 1 of 5
A client is discussing weight loss medications with the nurse. Which statement by the nurse is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: There are three drugs available by prescription for weight loss, including orlistat (Xenical). The other statements are incorrect as over-the-counter options are limited, and prescription medications can be effective.
Question 2 of 5
A client just returned to the surgical unit after bariatric surgery. What is the priority action by the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Airway is always the priority, especially in bariatric clients who may have short, thick necks that complicate airway management. The other actions are appropriate but secondary to ensuring a patent airway.
Question 3 of 5
A morbidly obese client is admitted to a community hospital that does not typically care for bariatric-sized clients. What action by the nurse is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Many hospitals that see bariatric-sized clients have appropriate equipment for this population. Ensuring the availability of proper equipment is critical for patient and staff safety. The other options are relevant but not the priority.
Question 4 of 5
A client is in the bariatric clinic 1 month after having gastric bypass surgery. The client is crying and says,'I didn't know it would be this hard to live like this.' What response by the nurse is best?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The nurse should assess this client's coping styles and support systems to provide holistic care. The other options do not adequately address the client's emotional distress.
Question 5 of 5
A client has been prescribed lorcaserin (Belviq). What teaching is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: This drug can cause constipation, so the client should increase fiber and water in the diet to prevent this. Reducing fat is important with orlistat, not lorcaserin. Dry mouth may occur, but loose stools are associated with orlistat.