Moving an extremity away from the midline is

A. flexion.
B. extension.
C. abduction.
D. adduction.


Answer: C

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Two nurses were discussing a family who was undergoing two major crises simultaneously. The nurse assigned to the family had decided to work on helping the family learn better coping mechanisms

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A client of the religion of Islam is hospitalized during Ramadan. Which dietary adjustment would support this client's spiritual wellness at this time?

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You are assisting a person with range-of-motion (ROM) exercises. The person does not want to participate and tells you to leave the room. Does the person have the right to refuse? What will you do? Does the nursing center have to take action?

What will be an ideal response?

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