A complication of immobility that affects the musculoskeletal system is
A) contractures.
B) pressure sores.
C) thrombus.
D) infection.
A
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A female patient who is not taking any other medications is prescribed aliskiren [Tekturna], a direct renin inhibitor (DRI). The nurse reviews medication information with the patient
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A nurse researcher is critically appraising a research report and asks the question "What provision is made for maintaining accuracy of the instrument and its use, if any?"
Which data-collection methods and procedures would this question evaluate? a. Physiologic measurement b. Questionnaires c. Available data records d. Observation