To test for hand grasp and strength, the nurse's arms are crossed and the patient is asked to squeeze the nurse's fingers. The purpose of crossed arms by the examiner is so that:
1. the nurse can get closer to the patient.
2. the patient's right-hand response is transmitted to the nurse's right hand and the left to the left.
3. the patient will be able to visualize the procedure better.
4. the muscle strength of the nurse's shoulders can be used if necessary.
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The crossed arms ensure that the examiner will perceive the patient's response right to right and left to left.
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. To ensure continued prestige and relatively high salary for the role b. To be autonomous with self-direction and independent decision making c. To enable the FCN to assess the faith community and prioritize its needs d. To function in varied settings from the religious building to the clients' homes
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1) Be certain to offer constructive criticism about the task and do so in private. 2) Ask the unit manager to be present to document responses of both parties. 3) Call a meeting of all NAPs and stress hand washing to the entire group. 4) Keep a record of the NAP's actions and save them for her annual formal review.
A nursery nurse is assessing a newborn. A normal assessment finding is:
1. The child lifting its head off of the mattress. 2. Head lag is present. 3. Holding hands in an open position. 4. Placing a toy in the mouth.