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NUR242 / NUR 242 Exam 1 Medical-Surgical Nursing Concepts 100% Guarantee passing score of 90% or higher A+ Consist of 50 Questions with Answers 1. Patricia is an RN working at a rehabilitation center... and witnesses a nurse aid struggling to lift and reposition an elderly, bed ridden patient. She explains to the nurse aide that there is a No Lift Policy in place in the establishment. What does this policy entail : Answer The concept of a no-lift policy is a pledge from adminis- trators that proper equipment, adequately maintained and in sufficient numbers, will be available to care providers to reduce the risks associated with manual patient handling 2. Immobility effects multiple body systems. What are some interventions that you can implement to decrease these effects? Select all that apply. 1 / 5 A. Utilizing waffle mattress to reduce the need for repositioning B. Teds/SCDs C. Rubbing reddened areas D. Limiting fluid intake E. ROM exercises : Answer: B and E Rational: -A is incorrect because regardless of implemented mattress, positioning should be every 2 hours -C is incorrect.You should not rub at reddened areas. This increases the risk for skin break. -D is incorrect.You should encourage proper hydration to promote well hydrated and healthy skin. 3. True or False: Nurses should do skin assessments once a week : Answer False Rational: Nurses should do full skin assessments a minimum of once per shift. 4. A pt goes to the ER for swelling and pain in her right calf. The PT states that it occurred after she accidentally cut herself. Based on her symptoms, what skin condition might the nurse suspect the patient has [Show More]
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