A client with right-sided weakness must learn how to use a cane. The nurse tells the client to position the cane by holding it in which way?
A. Left hand, 6 inches lateral to the left foot
B. Right hand, 6 inches lateral to the right foot
C. Left hand, placing the cane in front of the left foot
D. Right hand, placing the cane in front of the right foot
Answer: A. Left hand, 6 inches lateral to the left foot
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A 71-year-old female client has functional limitations, in part caused by obesity. The nurse is discussing the need to lose weight with this client but she is not receptive to the idea
What is one reason this woman might have for not agreeing with the suggestion to lose weight? A) The client feels that losing weight can cause a strain on the body. B) The client feels that she would feel worse if she lost weight. C) The client does not feel that her weight impedes her functionality. D) The client does not feel the need to make changes at this point in her life.
The patient chart reveals several past behaviors associated with substance abuse. Using your knowledge of substance abuse, this individual is diagnosed as having substance
abuse when exhibiting what behaviors? 1. Problems at work, home, and school 2. Problems with family and friends 3. Spiritual danger 4. Physical danger 5. Trouble with the law A) 1, 2, 3, 4 B) 1, 2, 4, 5 C) 1, 3, 4, 5 D) 1, 2, 3, 5
The nurse is completing a medication history for the surgical patient in preadmission testing. Which medication should the nurse instruct the patient to hold (discontinue) in preparation for surgery according to protocol?
a. Warfarin b. Vitamin C c. Prednisone d. Acetaminophen