When turning the patient toward you, you should
A) pull on the patient's wrist and shoulder.
B) extend the legs and arms until they are straight.
C) place your hip against the bed to add leverage.
D) place one hand on the shoulder and one on the hip.
D
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An infant with hydrocephalus is scheduled to have a ventriculoperitoneal shunt inserted. Immediately following the procedure, which nursing action would best prevent decompression from excessive CSF flow?
A) Elevating the infant's head 60 degrees B) Avoiding exercising the upper extremities during bathing C) Positioning the infant with the head dependent to the body D) Keeping the head of the infant level with the body
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1. Assist the client in maintaining a sitting position for 30 minutes after the meal. 2. Teach the client the "chin tuck" technique when swallowing. 3. Check the client's mouth for pocketing of food. 4. Assist the client to a 90°sitting position, or as high as tolerated, during meals.
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a. Helping families plan healthy nutritious meals and get plenty of rest b. Giving health education classes to the congregation c. Using hymns and scripture as a source of guidance and comfort d. Helping identify spiritual strengths that may assist in coping