Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 77%
Simulated
A client with bipolar disorder is refusing to take mood stabilizers due to weight gain. To increase the patient's adherence to a medication regimen what measures could the nurse teach the client? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct answer
A ,D, E
Rationale
Correct Answer: A, D, E
Rationale:
- A: Having cut vegetables as a snack instead of chips or cookies promotes a healthier eating habit, potentially aiding in weight management without compromising the medication regimen.
- D: Drinking flavored water instead of soft drinks reduces calorie intake and sugar consumption, contributing to weight maintenance.
- E: Walking 30 minutes per day, 5 days per week is a simple and effective way to burn calories and improve overall physical health, which can help offset any potential weight gain from the medication.
Summary:
- B: Extended-release forms of medications do not necessarily have fewer side effects when dissolved in water; this option is irrelevant to the issue of weight gain.
- C: Weighing oneself twice a day may lead to obsessive behavior and is not directly related to improving adherence to the medication regimen.
- F, G: No additional options provided.
Rationale:
- A: Having cut vegetables as a snack instead of chips or cookies promotes a healthier eating habit, potentially aiding in weight management without compromising the medication regimen.
- D: Drinking flavored water instead of soft drinks reduces calorie intake and sugar consumption, contributing to weight maintenance.
- E: Walking 30 minutes per day, 5 days per week is a simple and effective way to burn calories and improve overall physical health, which can help offset any potential weight gain from the medication.
Summary:
- B: Extended-release forms of medications do not necessarily have fewer side effects when dissolved in water; this option is irrelevant to the issue of weight gain.
- C: Weighing oneself twice a day may lead to obsessive behavior and is not directly related to improving adherence to the medication regimen.
- F, G: No additional options provided.