When a nurse asks a patient to place the right arm behind the back, so that the back of the hand is touching the lower spine, the nurse is testing for which range of motion?
a. Pronation of the elbow
b. Hyperextension of the elbow
c. Internal rotation and adduction of the shoulder
d. External rotation and abduction of the shoulder
ANS: C
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A nurse teaches clients about the difference between urge incontinence and stress incontinence. Which statements should the nurse include in this education? (Select all that apply.)
a. "Urge incontinence involves a post-void residual volume less than 50 mL." b. "Stress incontinence occurs due to weak pelvic floor muscles." c. "Stress incontinence usually occurs in people with dementia." d. "Urge incontinence can be managed by increasing fluid intake." e. "Urge incontinence occurs due to abnormal bladder contractions."
A nurse in a wellness center is presenting a class on integrating holistic therapies with traditional health care The nurse talks about the trend in health care to treat each patient in a manner that reconnects his or her total being. Which of the following would best be considered a holistic approach to health?
A) Physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being B) Emotional and sexual contact C) Healthy work environment D) Financial success and post-secondary education
A community nurse who is preparing education on opioid usage in the community should focus on:
A) Teaching seizure precautions. B) Effects of opioids on long-term vision problems. C) Recognition of signs of withdrawal. D) Dangers of overdose.
Once a qualitative study has been evaluated for credibility, transferability, dependability, and confirmability, the study is considered to be
a. generalizable. b. reliable. c. trustworthy. d. valid.