Passive range-of-motion exercises maintain movement, prevent deformities, and strengthen the muscles.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
False
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A nursing checklist of actions to decrease liability notes a number of different ways to help prevent liability. Which of the following are suggestions from this list? Select all that apply
a. communicate with your patients and keep them informed b. maintain ongoing monitoring of the process and outcome of patient care through incident reports, sentinel events, etc. c. develop physical, mental, and verbal "no abuse" policies d. frequently use verbal orders and the telephone to promote rapid transmission of information to help ensure good patient outcomes
A client voices concerns about becoming pregnant. The client reports her mother had a history of schizophrenia. The client is fearful of having a child with the same disorder. What is the best initial response by the nurse?
1. "Schizophrenia is a genetic disorder so you are right to be very concerned." 2. "Your family history does increase the risk factors but there are other variables to be considered." 3. "Schizophrenia should not be a significant concern for you." 4. "You should consider being tested before becoming pregnant."
The nurse assesses the postpartum client to have moderate lochia rubra with clots. Which of the following nursing interventions would be appropriate?
1. Assess fundus and bladder status. 2. Catheterize the client. 3. Administer Methergine IM per order. 4. Contact the physician immediately.
When the nurse assesses a potassium level of 2.9 mEq/L in the patient with vomiting and diarrhea, the nurse will be alert for:
a. excessive urinary output. b. abdominal distention. c. increased reflexes. d. hyperactive bowel sounds.