To turn a patient with a spinal-cord injury, you may need to use
a. postural supports. c. the logrolling method.
b. a stretcher. d. a mechanical lift.
c
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Using Erikson's eight stages of development to guide nursing is an example of:
1. A developmental theory. 2. A body systems model. 3. A wellness model. 4. A self-care theory.
In which stage is introspection a major characteristic?
a. Middle-aged adult b. Middle childhood c. Early adulthood d. Older-age adult
When doing a health assessment, at which of the following locations would you expect to palpate the fundus in a woman on the second postpartal day and how should it feel?
A) Fundus height 4 cm below umbilicus and midline B) Fundus two fingerbreadths above symphysis pubis and hard C) Fundus 4 cm above symphysis pubis and firm D) Fundus two fingerbreadths below umbilicus and firm
The nurse is caring for a client after a Whipple procedure. Which manifestations might indicate that a complication from the operation has occurred? (Select all that apply.)
a. Urinary retention b. Substernal chest pain c. Shortness of breath d. Lack of bowel sounds or flatus e. Urine output of 20 mL/6 hr