A 10-year-old girl is brought to the emergency department by her father after tripping over a rock while running in the yard. She tells the nurse, "I think I twisted my ankle

" When assessing the child, which of the following would the nurse most likely assess?
A) Bruising
B) Edema
C) Limited range of motion
D) Absent pulse


B

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Which question(s) should the nurse ask to follow this model? (Select all that apply.) a. How can we negotiate to solve the prob-lem? b. What treatment can improve your condi-tion? c. Should we try my plan first to see if it helps? d. Can we discuss differences in our plans now? e. How long have you experienced the prob-lem? f. Who, other than me, can make you feel better?

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Your client is unconscious. You should perform eye care _____ hour(s)

1. every 2. 4 3. 8 4. 12

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Who or what plays the most influential role in the internalization of self-concept in children?

A) peers B) parents C) school D) church

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After a company barbecue three people out of a group of 12 developed signs of enteritis. Which assessment finding should the nurse use as an indication of the source of the health problem?

A. The three patients ate hamburgers. B. Most of the people drank canned soda. C. Nine people ate hotdogs. D. All of the people ate ice cream.

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