Which of the following interventions is most appropriate for the client with Parkinson's who is hospitalized with pneumonia?
A. Implement universal precautions
B. Implement seizure precautions
C. Implement falls precautions
D. Use a geri-chair to provide out-of-bed activity
C
Rigidity in movement increases the risk of falls.
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In a non-English-speaking patient's medical records, it is indicated that he has no family. However, a large group of people stating that they are the patient's family have just arrived to the critical care unit. What impact does this miscommunication have on the patient's care?
A. Poor decision making B. Increase the cost C. Improve the outcomes D. Enhance therapeutic communication
The caregiver is instructing the client but does not realize that the client is very hard of hearing. What element of the communication process is not in place?
1. The sender 2. The message 3. The receiver 4. The transmission
At what developmental period do children have the most difficulty coping with death, particularly if it is their own?
a. Toddlerhood b. Preschool c. School-age d. Adolescence
Hot or warm water baths are used to
a. reduce muscle spasms c. sooth skin irritations b. prevent swelling d. remove dead tissue