The nurse attempts to avoid a pressure ulcer for a bedridden patient by turning the patient frequently. What is the most favorable position for the nurse to move this patient into?
a. Back-lying
b. Full lateral
c. 30-degree lateral
d. Full prone
ANS: C
It is preferable to use the 30-degree lateral incline position.
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A patient with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) demonstrates unmistakable signs of pneumothorax. What is the next intervention that the nurse should implement?
A) Increase the peak end-expiratory pressure (PEEP). B) Administer an inotropic agent. C) Elevate the head of the bed to 35 degrees. D) Assist with a chest tube insertion.
The chief nursing office continues to seek ways to improve healthcare services to clients and to save the hospital money. However, with the federal guidelines of paying agencies based on capi-tation, the chief nursing office faces a challenge
Capitation provides incentives for healthcare providers to control costs by: a. Providing fewer services to fewer clients. b. Using fewer services per client. c. Using high-technology treatments. d. Requiring second opinions.
What action should the nurse take after collecting a stool specimen for ova and parasites from a preschool-age child?
A) Refrigerate the specimen. B) Add alcohol to the specimen container. C) Have the specimen taken to the laboratory immediately. D) Discard the specimen if the color is not yellow or green.
Which type of adverse effects is present when a patient displays prolonged tonic contractions of the tongue, oculogyric crisis, and torticollis?
a. Dystonic reactions b. Pseudoparkinsonism c. Akathisia d. Tardive dyskinesia