You are transferring a patient from the bed to a stretcher. When should you apply the safety straps?
a. When the stretcher is positioned next to the bed
b. After the person's ID bracelet is checked
c. Before the person is transferred to the stretcher
d. After the person is transferred to the stretcher
D
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The fetal-assessment technique of a rhythm strip refers to
A) a fetal EKG, because it is effected by glucose stimulation. B) a tracing of fetal heart rate and pattern. C) the rhythm of fetal heart rate compared to maternal pulse. D) the response of fetal heart rate to oxytocin-stimulated contractions.
The nurse is planning to assess a community. Which of the following should the nurse consider when assessing this group?
a. Water source c. Topography of the community b. Literacy rate d. Location of green areas
Which one of the following roles of the home health care nurse illustrates the role of coordinator of services?
A) Providing certification for home care B) Providing direct physical care to the client C) Providing information about community resources D) Educating the client and caregiver about wound care
A nurse enlists the help of other nurses to move a patient using the "logrolling" technique. What is the goal of moving a patient in this manner?
A) Maintaining the alignment of the neck and spine when moving a patient B) Moving an overweight patient without injury to the patient or healthcare providers C) Rolling a patient with multiple tubes and IV lines onto a stretcher for transport D) Safely moving a patient with an altered level of consciousness