In performing a neurologic evaluation of a client who had lumbar surgery 36 hours ago, it is important that the nurse assess
a. ability to move shoulders.
b. leg movement.
c. level of consciousness.
d. reflex response.
B
Assess neurologic function by asking the client to move his or her legs and then comparing the results with those of the baseline evaluation.
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1. Changing the subject. 2. False reassurance. 3. Cross-examination. 4. Use of technical terms.
An extended care facility has been the site of a breakout of scabies in recent days. The staff at the facility recognize the need for an expedited, coordinated response to this outbreak
This response should include which of the following measures? Select all that apply. A) Providing warm, soapy baths to affected residents B) Providing prophylactic antibiotics to unaffected residents C) Applying a topical scabicide to the skin of affected residents D) Providing a course of oral antiviral medication to all residents E) Vaccinating all staff and residents against scabies as soon as possible
When teaching range-of-motion exercises to a caregiver, a nurse moves the arm of the patient laterally to an upright position above the head, and then returns it to the original position. What term is used to describe this body movement?
A) Abduction B) Rotation C) Extension D) Flexion
Home care education for children with eczema includes:
1. Applying moisturizers 2 to 3 times a day. 2. Wearing wool and cotton clothing. 3. Keeping the environment warm and humidified. 4. None of the above