Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is to keep oxygen tanks upright at all times. This is essential for safety as it prevents the tanks from falling and causing injury. Allowing the client to smoke in designated outdoor areas (
Choice
A) is unsafe as smoking near oxygen equipment can lead to a fire. Placing the oxygen equipment 10 feet away from any open flames (
Choice
B) is important to prevent fire hazards, but keeping the tanks upright is more directly related to preventing injuries. Restricting fluid intake while using oxygen (
Choice
D) is not necessary for safety in home oxygen therapy.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: 'Eat high-protein, high-calorie meals.' Individuals with Parkinson's disease benefit from consuming high-protein, high-calorie meals to help maintain muscle mass and energy levels. This dietary modification is important in managing the symptoms of Parkinson's disease.
Choice B is incorrect because there is no specific requirement for drinking milk with every meal for individuals with Parkinson's disease.
Choice C is incorrect as carbohydrates are also essential for a balanced diet and should not be completely avoided.
Choice D is incorrect as carbonated beverages may interfere with the absorption of nutrients from food and are not recommended for individuals with Parkinson's disease.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct instruction for a client learning to use a cane is to maintain two points of support on the ground at all times. This ensures better stability and reduces the risk of falls.
Choice A is incorrect because advancing the cane and the weaker leg simultaneously may lead to imbalance.
Choice C is incorrect because the cane should be used on the stronger side to provide support.
Choice D is incorrect because there is no specific measurement for advancing the cane with each step, and the focus should be on maintaining stability.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is to 'Take insulin before meals as prescribed' because it is crucial for managing blood glucose levels effectively in clients with diabetes. Insulin helps the body utilize glucose from the food consumed, preventing high blood sugar levels. Checking blood sugar once daily (
Choice
A) may not be sufficient for proper management, as blood sugar levels can fluctuate throughout the day. Monitoring glucose levels weekly (
Choice
C) is too infrequent and may lead to missed opportunities for timely intervention. Eating carbohydrate-rich meals to maintain glucose levels (
Choice
D) is not appropriate advice, as it can cause rapid spikes in blood sugar levels, especially without the proper insulin dosage.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The most appropriate intervention for constipation is to encourage the client to increase dietary fiber intake. Fiber helps promote bowel movements and relieve constipation by adding bulk to the stool. Administering a laxative (
Choice
A) should not be the first-line intervention as it can lead to dependence. Encouraging rest (
Choice
C) is not directly helpful in relieving constipation. While administering a stool softener (
Choice
D) can be beneficial, increasing fiber intake is generally preferred as the initial intervention.