The nurse is caring for a 35-year-old man diagnosed with a back strain. What would be a priority point of discussion with this patient?
A) Avoid lifting heavy weights without assistance.
B) Focus on using back muscles during lifting.
C) Lift objects while holding the object away from the body.
D) Tighten the abdominal muscles and lock the knees during the lifting of an object.
A
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At the same time the client voids, the nurse needs to administer routine medication, give an analgesic to a client in pain, and initiate IV therapy on another client. Which of these is the priority action? 1. Administer the analgesic. 2. Initiate the IV. 3. Pass routine medications. 4. Catheterize the client.
The nurse is instructing a client on lifestyle changes to prevent the onset of heart disease. Which should be included in this teaching session?
Select all that apply. A) Limit exercise to 15 minutes a day. B) Reduce saturated fats in the diet. C) Avoid cigarette smoking. D) Wear elastic hose. E) Limit fluid intake.
A nurse is using the function-focused care approach to care for a hospitalized older adult. The nurse is assisting the patient to transfer from the bed to a chair
Which of the following statements by the nurse is most congruent with this approach to care? a. "Place your hands across your chest and let us move you to the edge of the bed." b. "Place both of your hands on the overbed trapeze and pull yourself up to a sitting position." c. "How do you get yourself out of bed when you are at home? Why can't you do the same thing here?" d. "It is taking you a long time to get your-self into a sitting position. Let me help you sit up."
A preoperative client tells the nurse that he is anxious about the upcoming surgery. Which of the following responses would be the most appropriate for the nurse to make to this client?
a. I will be happy to explain the procedure to you and answer any questions. b. Let me tell you what your care will be like after surgery and how we will help you deal with the pain. c. Don't worry, everyone gets nervous before surgery. d. Can you tell me what you have been told about your surgery?