The nurse is planning a program for the unit's nurses related to the care and treatment of clients with osteoarthritis. Which of the following should be included in the presentation?
A) Hyperextension of muscle groups daily will promote flexibility.
B) Avoid aerobic exercise.
C) High-intensity isometric exercises are recommended every other day.
D) Perform range-of-motion activities daily.
D
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A. Apply warm blankets to the baby. B. Cover the baby's head with a cap. C. Place a space heater near the baby. D. Warm and humidify the oxygen.
The nurse is caring for several older clients. Which client would the nurse be especially alert for signs and symptoms of pyelonephritis?
A) A client with acute renal failure B) A client with a urinary tumor C) A female client with preexisting chronic glomerulonephritis D) A client with urinary obstruction
The lab results for an older patient indicate a glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) result of 6.5%. What is the nurse's best response to the patient?
1. "Your blood sugar levels have been within normal limits for the past three months." 2. "Your HbA1c level indicates a pattern of low blood glucose levels." 3. "Your HbA1c indicates that you are anemic and will require a blood transfusion." 4. "Your average blood glucose level averaged 126 mg/dl over the past 3 months, which is high."
The nurse documents that a patient has 4+ pitting edema on the lower right tibia. How many millimeters of depression did this patient demonstrate?
1. 2 mm 2. 4 mm 3. 6 mm 4. 8 mm