You are performing passive range-of-motion exercises. Which action will promote comfort?
a. Exposing the body so that you have easy access to the part being exercised
b. Asking the person to support the part be-ing exercised
c. Providing for privacy
d. Moving the joint quickly and forcefully
C
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While interviewing a client, which of the following statements would a nurse identify as reflecting an objective dimension of health?
A) "I'm feeling better since I started taking that medication." B) "Life is pretty good right now, except for an occasional upset stomach." C) "I'm able to wash myself in the mornings with just a bit of help." D) "Sometimes when I wake up, I don't even want to face the day."
Which of the following symptoms would indicate that a client with chronic pancreatitis has developed secondary diabetes?
A) Increased appetite and thirst B) Vomiting and diarrhea C) Low blood pressure and pulse D) Decreased urination and constipation
A client with a 20-year history of diabetes mellitus is reviewing his medications with the nurse. The client holds up the bottle of duloxetine (Cymbalta) and states, "My cousin has depression and is on this drug
Do you think I'm depressed?" What is the nurse's best response? a. "Many people with long-term diabetes become depressed after a while." b. "It's for peripheral neuropathy. Do you have burning pain in your feet or hands?" c. "This antidepressant also has an-ti-inflammatory properties for diabetic pain." d. "That is possible, but most medications are used for several different things."
Which injury prevention strategies should the nurse include in the plan of care for a pediatric client who is diagnosed with muscular dystrophy?
1. Develop a home fire evacuation plan. 2. Provide information regarding oxygen safety. 3. Recommend the use of portable generator. 4. Teach safe transfer methods. 5. Perform neurovascular checks every 2 hours.