Deficiency of exocrine pancreatic secretions

Deficiency of exocrine pancreatic secretions

Question 1

A nurse is providing discharge instructions to a patient who will be taking fludrocortisone at home. The nurse will encourage the patient to eat a diet that is

A) low in sodium and potassium.
B) low in sodium, high in potassium.
C) high in iron.
D) low in proteins.

Question 2

A 52-year-old man is suffering from a deficiency of exocrine pancreatic secretions and is prescribed pancrelipase (Pancrease MT). Before the medication therapy begins, the nurse will assess for allergies related to

A) ragweed.
B) pollen.
C) pork.
D) shellfish.

Question 3