When caring for a client with herniated disk disease, the nurse's priority of focus is to:
A)
take precautions to prevent further injury.
B)
teach the client log-rolling techniques.
C)
assess the degree to which the disease affects daily activities.
D)
decrease intervertebral disk pressure.
A
Explanation:
A)
Further trauma or herniation of the disk can reduce mobility and sensation, leading to further injury. Treatment focuses on medication and bed rest. Options B, C, and D will all be part of the nursing care.
Comprehension
Planning
Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care
B)
Further trauma or herniation of the disk can reduce mobility and sensation, leading to further injury. Treatment focuses on medication and bed rest. Options B, C, and D will all be part of the nursing care.
Comprehension
Planning
Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care
C)
Further trauma or herniation of the disk can reduce mobility and sensation, leading to further injury. Treatment focuses on medication and bed rest. Options B, C, and D will all be part of the nursing care.
Comprehension
Planning
Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care
D)
Further trauma or herniation of the disk can reduce mobility and sensation, leading to further injury. Treatment focuses on medication and bed rest. Options B, C, and D will all be part of the nursing care.
Comprehension
Planning
Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care
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