How often should the postoperative patient be encouraged to do range-of-motion leg exercises?
A. Every 2 hours
B. Every minutes
C. Every 4 hours
D. Once per shift
Answer: A
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a. Osteoporosis b. Lethargy c. Laryngeal spasms d. Kidney stones
The nurse is planning an inservice for a group of nursing assistants about urinary infections. What information should be included in the presentation?
1. Men are most likely to experience descending urinary tract infections. 2. The rate of urinary tract infections is similar between men and women. 3. Men need a longer course of antibiotics to manage a urinary tract infection than women. 4. Catheterization is the only way to get a urine specimen to check for a urinary tract infection.
What statement applies to the current focus of the dietary management of children with diabetes?
a. Measurement of all servings of food is vital for control. b. Daily calculate specific amounts of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins. c. The number of calories for carbohydrates remains constant on a daily basis; protein and fat calories are liberal. d. The intake ensures day-to-day consistency in total calories, protein, carbohydrates, and moderate fat while allowing for a wide variety of foods.
A sphincter is
a. A ring of muscle around a tubular organ which controls passage of contents b. A flap of tissue which prevents food entering the nasal cavity c. A structure which prevents fluid entering the lungs d. A tissue which secretes enzymes into the stomach