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PCC EXAM 1 2022/2023 WITH 100% CORRECT ANSWERS

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What type of authority regulates the practice of nursing? State nurse practice acts In meeting the safty of needs of the adolescent client, it would be most important for the nurse to focus he ... r teaching on Drivers education ( most cause of death is because of car accident--- WEAR SEATBELT) 00:32 01:15 How often should restraints be removed? at least ever two hours What is the protocol when removing restraints? The nurse should stay with the patient when the restraint is removed, offer fluids and assistance with toileting, and check for adverse physiological effects from the restraint. What can the nurse delegate to the CNA/UAP regarding restraints? The nurse can delegate the checks and releases to a certified nursing assistant (CNA) or UAP. What is the CNA/UAP not allowed to do? The UAP cannot teach, educate, or assess the patient. Restraints should only be tied to A moving part of the bed The 6 factors that contribute to an unsafe patient environment. 1. Age & ability to understand 2. Impaired mobility 3. Communication 4. Pain & discomfort 5. Delayed assistance 6. Equipment Why are the elderly more at risk for falls when they are hospitalized? They may be confused for a variety of reasons including unfamiliar surroundings and medications. When they get up, they may not realize that they are attached to tubes and cords, so they may pull them or trip over them. They may not clearly understand or remember directions from nurses such as not to get up without help. Answering patients call lights promptly is a safety issue. Defend this statement. If a patient does not get assistance in a timely manner, he or she may attempt to get up and walk alone when it is not safe to do so. This leads to falls and injuries that could have been prevented. [Show More]

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