A transfer belt is not needed to transfer a resident from the bed to a chair. For the transfer, how should you hold on to the person?
a. Have the person put her arms around your waist.
b. Have the person put her arms around your neck.
c. Place your hands under the person's arms and around her shoulder blades.
d. Hold the person's weak arm while she supports herself with her strong arm.
C
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1. The child laughs and plays peek-a-boo with the nurse. 2. The child avoids looking at the nurse, and rocks back and forth in the chair. 3. The child explores the equipment in the room at eye level. 4. The child sits on the mother's lap and holds her tightly, with his arms around her neck.
A nurse is providing an in-service program on child abuse for a group of newly hired nurses
When evaluating the effectiveness of the teaching, the nurse determines a need for additional review when the group identifies which of the following as an indicator of possible child abuse? A) Consistent delays in seeking treatment for the child's injuries B) Frequent changes in history information with visits C) Injuries that are inconsistent with the reported traumatic event D) Sexual behavior that correlates with the child's developmental age
The nurse caring for a patient with heart failure would expect which assessment findings?
1. S1, S2, and flat neck veins 2. S3 and distended neck veins 3. S2 loudest and followed by S1 4. S4 and flat neck veins
Which information will the nurse include when teaching a patient how to avoid chronic constipation (select all that apply)?
a. Many over-the-counter (OTC) medications can cause constipation. b. Stimulant and saline laxatives can be used regularly. c. Bulk-forming laxatives are an excellent source of fiber. d. Walking or cycling frequently will help bowel motility. e. A good time for a bowel movement may be after breakfast.