The nurse might need to assist a client with her meals. Certain groups of people frequently require help, including: Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Clients with visual impairments.
2. Clients with auditory impairments.
3. Clients who cannot walk.
4. Clients who must remain in a back-lying position.
5. Clients with impaired fine motor skill.
1,4,5
Rationale: The client with visual impairments might need assistance with orientation to food placement on the plate.
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1. Level I. 2. Level II. 3. Level III. 4. Level IV.
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A nurse is assessing for vocal (tactile) fremitus on a client with pulmonary edema. Which is the appropriate technique to use?
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