The nurse exercises a bedridden client's extremities by using range of motion when providing the bath. This is an example of which type of nursing intervention?
a. Independent c. Dependent
b. Interdependent d. Consultation
ANS: A
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Which food provides the body with no usable glucose?
a. Wheat germ b. Apple c. White bread d. White rice
A postpartum woman who developed deep vein thrombosis is being discharged on anticoagulant therapy. After teaching the woman about this treatment, the nurse determines that additional teaching is needed when the woman states which of the following?
A) "I will use a soft toothbrush to brush my teeth.". B) "I can take ibuprofen if I have any pain.". C) "I need to avoid drinking any alcohol.". D) "I will call my health care provider if my stools are black and tarry.".
The nurse is reviewing the orders for wound care, which include use of an antiseptic. Which statements best describe the use of antiseptics? (Select all that apply)
A. Antiseptics are appropriate for use on living tissue. B. Antiseptics work by sterilizing the surface of the wound. C. Antiseptics are applied to nonliving objects to kill microorganisms. D. The patients allergies should be assessed before using the antiseptic. E. Antiseptics are used to inhibit the growth of microorganisms on the wound surface.