Which is the most common cause of limited range of motion (ROM) in the older adult population?

A) Rheumatoid arthritis (RA)
B) Osteoarthritis
C) Gout
D) Fractures


B

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A nurse plans care for a client with burn injuries. Which interventions should the nurse include in this client's plan of care to ensure adequate nutrition? (Select all that apply.)

a. Provide at least 5000 kcal/day. b. Start an oral diet on the first day. c. Administer a diet high in protein. d. Collaborate with a registered dietitian. e. Offer frequent high-calorie snacks.

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Which of the following statements made by a nurse most reflects the best understanding of the effect assertiveness has on interpersonal communication?

1. "Can anyone help; I'm feeling overwhelmed today?" 2. "I think we need to tell the doctors to write more legibly." 3. "I will need some help with that complicated dressing change." 4. "You will need to do the admission assessments today because I'm so busy."

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A patient with fluid volume overload has bumetanide injection 2 mg IV push ordered. The bumetanide is available in a 0.25-mg per milliliter concentration. How many milliliters should the nurse administer with each dose? _________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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When prescribing TMP/SMX to children, the primary care NP should recall that:

a. dosing is based on the trimethoprim component of the drug. b. TMP/SMX should not be prescribed for children younger than 2 years. c. folic acid supplements must be given to children who take this medication. d. the medication should be given three or four times per day because of rapid metabolism.

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