When patients are pulled up in bed rather than lifted, they are at increased risk for the development of a decubitus ulcer. What is the name given to the factor responsible for this risk?

A) friction B) necrosis of tissue C) ischemia D) shearing force


D

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The client's vital signs have remained stable since the beginning of the examination: blood pressure 138/76, heart rate is 88 beats per minute, and respiratory rate is 18 breaths per minute. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first? 1. The nurse immediately raises the client's head of bed. 2. The nurse asks the client, "Are you feeling anxious during this assessment?" 3. The nurse immediately notifies the client's healthcare provider. 4. The nurse provides the client with ½ cup of orange juice.

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Which vaccinations are indicated for the postpartum client if she does not have immunity? (Select all that apply.)

a. Pertussis b. Rubella c. Diphtheria, tetanus (Tdap) d. RhoGAM

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Which one of the following childhood cancers may demonstrate patterns of inheritance that suggest a familial basis?

a. leukemia b. retinoblastoma c. rhabdomyosarcoma d. osteogenic sarcoma

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The nurse attends a Native American Alcoholic Anonymous support group and develops close relationships with three group members. The nurse is demonstrating which of the following?

A) Cultural desire B) Cultural awareness C) Cultural encounter D) Cultural knowledge

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