Inspection of a client's knee reveals swelling, and the nurse suspects that there is significant fluid in the knee. Which of the following would the nurse use to confirm the suspicion?
A) Phalen's test
B) Tinel's test
C) Ballottement test
D) Lasegue's test
C
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A patient, age 45, has had a left intramedullary rod placed into his left femur. He is presenting with signs and symptoms of postoperative shock. The recommended position for a person going into shock is
a. semi-Fowler's. b. supine. c. Fowler's d. Trendelenburg.
"Does maternal stress during the first trimester of a pregnancy affect the infant's birth weight?" is which of the following?
A) A research question B) A portion of a problem statement C) A statement of purpose D) A hypothesis
The nurse recommends the influenza vaccination to a 72-year-old woman who is the primary caregiver of her elderly mother who has Alzheimer's disease. Which instruction should the nurse include in the teaching plan for this vaccine?
A) The vaccine is not needed because chronic stress boosts the immune response. B) Older adult caregivers have an accentuated immune response to influenza vaccine. C) Chronic stress may blunt the efficacy of the influenza vaccine in older adults. D) The effects of chronic stress on the immune system improve immediately when the stress is removed.
When applying a transfer belt,
A. fasten the belt in the back. B. apply the belt as loosely as possible. C. make sure the belt is below the breasts. D. slip one hand under the belt so it is not too tight.