A draw sheet may be used to lift and move the patient.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
True
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A resident of a long-term care facility has lived with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) for many years but has experienced a gradual increase in dyspnea despite the use of long-term oxygen therapy
In recent weeks, dyspnea has interfered with the resident's ability to eat, and the nurse recognizes the potential nursing diagnosis of altered nutrition: less than body requirements. How can the nurse best foster this resident's nutritional status? A) Arrange for a high-protein diet to promote gas exchange. B) Provide meals early in the morning and late at night. C) Liaise with the resident's health care provider to organize total parenteral nutrition (TPN). D) Order small, frequent meals and nutritional supplements for the resident.
The nurse reminds a resident in a long-term care facility that he has autonomy in many aspects of his institutionalization. One example is:
1. selection of medication times. 2. availability of his own small electrical appliances. 3. smoking in the privacy of his own room. 4. application of advance directives.
The nurse is teaching parents about instilling a positive body image for the preschool age. What statement made by the parents indicates the teaching is understood?
a. "We will make sure our child is praised about his or her looks." b. "We will help our child compare his or her size with other children." c. "We understand our child will have well-defined body boundaries." d. "We will be sure our child understands about being little for his or her age."
The nurse caring for clients in hospice notes that which of the following is the disease state most commonly seen in this program?
A) Dementia B) Heart disease C) Lung disorders D) Cancer