The patient who is being discharged following a total knee replacement will need to walk with crutches for 6 weeks. What assessment does the home care nurse need to make prior to the patient being discharged home?
A) Assistance of significant others
B) Previous health status
C) Costs of the visits
D) Home environment
Ans: D
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The nurse is reviewing safety information provided through the staff development department. This information would include information about all of the following, EXCEPT:
a. back injury. b. latex allergy. c. toxic reaction to chemotherapeutic agents. d. infections following dressing changes.
Which is an OTC analgesic drug that is not an anti-inflammatory and does not cause stomach upset?
a. aspirin b. ibuprofen c. naproxen d. acetaminophen
Which vitamin does the placenta concentrate so that the fetus can store it and use it during the first few months of life?
A) Vitamin C B) B12 C) Folic acid D) B6