Bending or reaching while the back is flexed reduces the risk of injury.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
False
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The nurse would instruct a client who is on a rowing team to avoid injecting insulin in his arms on rowing practice days because
a. exercise increases the absorption rate of insulin. b. increased circulation in the arms will dilute the insulin. c. the arms have increased muscle mass. d. the arms will become painful.
A variety of benefits result from membership in professional organizations, including (Select all that apply.)
a. availability of practice guidelines to influence policy development. b. discount on licensure fees. c. continuing education opportunities. d. opportunities to develop personal leadership skills. e. increased pay and prestige in the work setting.
The nurse is caring for a 10-year-old with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. As part of the plan of care, the nurse focuses on maintaining his cardiopulmonary function. Which intervention would the nurse implement to best promote maximum chest expansion?
A) Deep-breathing exercises B) Upright positioning C) Coughing D) Chest percussion
A patient recovering from a cholecystectomy earlier in the day is reluctant to deep breathe and cough. What intervention should the nurse use to assist the patient to cough and breathe?
a. Remind the patient to deep breathe and cough every hour. b. Teach the patient to use relaxation and distraction techniques. c. Medicate the patient for pain, and assist to splint the abdomen. d. Reinforce the importance of the deep breathing and coughing activities.