Why does the care plan stress safety measures when moving or assisting Mrs. Keller with walking?

What will be an ideal response?


Mrs. Keller’s bones are brittle from the osteoporosis, and, if she falls, she could fracture her hip or other bones in her body. If she is not lifted or moved properly, she could damage her joints and bones.

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An employer who misrepresents the amount of payroll or classification of employees in order to reduce workers' compensation costs commits:

premium abuse. premium fraud. benefit abuse. benefit fraud.

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Common computer _______________ used in a medical office include word processing software, accounting and billing programs, and appointment scheduling programs. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Which of the following arteries is most commonly used to measure blood pressure?

a. Brachial b. Axillary c. Coronary d. Carotid e. Popliteal

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The fundamental unit of measure for volume is the liter

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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