When evaluating a plan of care, the nurse reviews the goals for the patient. Which goal statement is realistic to assign to a patient with a pelvic fracture on bed rest? The patient will increase mobility by
a. Ambulating in the hallway two times this shift.
b. Turning side to back to side with assistance every 2 hours.
c. Using the walker correctly to ambulate to the bathroom as needed.
d. Using a sliding board correctly to transfer to the bedside commode as needed.
B
The patient is ordered to be on bed rest; therefore turning the patient in bed is the only option that is appropriate. When determining goals, the nurse needs to ensure that the goal is individualized and realistic for the patient.
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