When ambulating a patient using a gait belt,
A) apply the belt as tightly as possible to prevent falls.
B) use an overhand grip on the belt.
C) apply the belt under the patient's clothing.
D) use an underhand grip on the belt.
D
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A patient was recently diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) expresses to the nurse that he is afraid he will die in his sleep, despite the use of CPAP. What is the most appropriate statement by the nurse?
1. "It does happen sometimes, but you should be fine with the CPAP." 2. "That is not likely because the CPAP can breathe for you if you stop breathing." 3. "Don't worry, we'll be monitoring your oxygen saturation and we'll wake you up before that happens." 4. "That is not likely, because when your body has is not getting enough oxygen, it sends an awakening alert."
A middle-age adult man has just started an exercise program. What would the nurse teach him about timing of exercise and sleep?
A) Exercising immediately before bedtime enhances ability to sleep B) Exercising within two hours of bedtime can hinder ability to sleep C) The time of day does not matter; exercise facilitates sleep D) The fatigue from exercise may be a hindrance to sleep
A 7-year-old boy experiences tics, which have become increasingly frequent in recent months. How should the nurse teach the boy's teacher to respond to his tics?
A) Set firm limits about where, when, and how he exhibits his tics. B) Teach the boy's classmates that his tics are not something that he can control. C) Place the boy in a private, low-stimulation environment whenever possible to prevent his tics. D) Provide rewards when the boy goes long periods without having any tics.