Immobility is a serious risk factor for older adults. Immobility can result in all of the following except
a. Bone dissolution
b. A decrease in muscle strength equal to 5% per day
c. Parkinson's disease
d. Joint stiffness and decreased range of motion
C
Parkinson's disease is affected by immobility, but it is not caused by immobility.
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A nurse provides care in a variety of different settings but is aware of the fact that the nursing process is equally applicable to each of these settings. The nursing process is best defined as:
A) A group of tasks that cumulatively result in the resolution of health problems B) A process by which diseases are cured with the full involvement of the client himself or herself C) An organized sequence of steps with the goal of managing a client's health problems D) A process for distributing finite nursing time and energy for maximum benefit to clients
The villi absorb the nutrients from the small intestine into the:
1. blood and lymph. 2. blood and liver. 3. gallbladder and liver. 4. lymph and kidneys.
The nurse is providing care to a new mother and infant according to the Quality & Safety Education for Nurses competency approach. Which action should the nurse perform to demonstrate the skill for the competency of safety?
A) Assess the mother for preferences based on personal values. B) Ensure the mother and newborn have intact identification bands. C) Introduce all members of the care team to the mother and family. D) Document patient care using computerized spreadsheets and forms.
During which phase of the nursing process will the nurse include nursing actions or interventions necessary to accomplish expected outcomes?
a. Assessment b. Planning c. Implementation d. Evaluation