You are going to assist a patient with his bath. Before doing so, you need which of the following information?
a. What time to give the bath
b. How to use the skin products
c. His activity and position limits
d. How to apply lotion and powder
C
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The client has a bed cradle on the bed. Which type of clients would benefit most from the use of a bed cradle?
1 . Fractures 2 . Extensive burns 3 . Open or painful wounds 4 . Diabetes A) 1, 2, 3 B) 1, 2, 4 C) 1, 3, 4 D) 2, 3, 4
An adult has recently been absent from work on several occasions. Each time, the adult returns wearing dark glasses. Facial and body bruises are apparent. During the occupational health nurse's interview, the adult says, "My partner beat me,
but it was because there are problems at work." What should the nurse's next action be? a. Call the police. b. Arrange for hospitalization. c. Call the adult protective agency. d. Document injuries with a body map.
A patient with chronic renal failure is to begin renal dialysis treatment and asks for advice about which type of dialysis would be best
The patient is considering peritoneal dialysis because it is less expensive and has fewer dietary and fluid restrictions. What is the most accurate information for the nurse to provide about peritoneal dialysis? a. It has literally no drawbacks. b. It gives more independence and more closely resembles normal kidney function. c. It is a lot more work than hemodialysis, in which the health care staff takes care of everything. d. It usually does not work very well and has many complications, such as a high blood sugar level.
Which of the following should be included in the plan of care for a client with severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who is being seen by home health care? Select all that apply
1. Obtain shower chair. 2. Teach patient to alternate activity with rest periods. 3. Provide diet high in carbohydrates. 4. Encourage small, frequent meals. 5. Assess the use of accessory muscles with respiratory effort.