List five mechanical aids that prevent or reduce pressure on the skin.
What will be an ideal response?
· Foam padding
· Sheepskin
· Alternating-pressure mattress
· Heel protectors
· Elbow protectors
· Bed cradles
· Flotation mattresses
· Gel-filled mattresses
· Pillows
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A) Decreasing her calorie intake and encouraging her to maintain her weight to avoid obesity B) Increasing her BMI, taking a multivitamin, and discussing body image C) Increasing calcium intake, eating a balanced diet, and discussing eating disorders D) Obtaining a food diary along with providing close monitoring for anorexia
The nurse is counseling a 52-year-old male about the risk factors of hypertension. Which of the following should the nurse list as risk factors for primary hypertension?
A) Obesity, high intake of sodium, and saturated fat B) Diabetes mellitus and oral contraceptives C) Metabolic syndrome and smoking D) Renal disease and coarctation of the aorta
A patient newly diagnosed with HIV is receiving patient teaching from the clinic nurse about antiviral medications. What would the nurse tell the patient needs to be reported to a health care provider?
A) Dizziness B) Constipation C) Vomiting D) Rash
What is the first step in assisting the breast-feeding mother?
a. Provide instruction on the composition of breast milk. b. Discuss the hormonal changes that trigger the milk ejection reflex. c. Assess the woman's knowledge of breast-feeding. d. Help her obtain a comfortable position and place the infant to the breast.