Group Project/ QUIZ game

A Nurse is caring for a patient who says he does not want to get out of bed due to pain from a fractured ankle. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

• Let the patient know the provider does not want them to lay in bed all day.

• Allow the patient to remain in bed until the pain subsides.

• Instruct the family to preform ADLs for the patient.

• Assist the patient to preform range of motion exercises while in bed.

Match the following description with the correct picture.

• gait

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• transfer board

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• Sling lift

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• draw sheet

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A nurse is preparing to perform a physical assessment on a newly admitted patient. What is the correct action in regard to body mechanics?

• Place client in a supine position.

• Raise the level of the bed to an appropriate height for the nurse.

• Keep both side rails up.

• Have the patient sit up on the side of the bed.

A Nurse is preparing to insert an NG tube on a patient. What caring intervention would you do FIRST?

• Give the patient a glass of water.

• Explain the procedure to the patient.

• Measure the length of the tubbing.

• Assist the patient into a sitting position.

What is the MAIN purpose of a continuous passive motion device (CPM)?

• to restore range of motion in various joints

• help maintain muscle strength

• preoperative care

• to send the patient home

What is the MOST important caring intervention that affects mobility? ​ (a)  

• pain
• Range of motion
• active listening
• adequate oral intake

A nurse is caring for a client who requires total assistance with mobility. When using a Mobility Assessment Tool (MAT), which of the following equipment should the nurse use to transfer the client? (a)  

• Sling lift
• the nurses body
• a gait belt
• draw sheet

A patient is to sit up in a chair for lunch 1 day after abdominal surgery per the health care provider's orders. Which of the following would you select to ensure a safe transfer while facilitating cooperation from the patient?

(Select all that apply)

• Offer pain medication 30 minutes before transferring patient.

• Assess presence of weakness, dizziness, and muscle strength.

• Tell the CNA to transfer patient to the chair.

• Ambulate the patient even though they are refusing.

• Assess the patient for any weakness and dizziness.

A nurse is caring for a patient who is sitting in a chair and asks to return to bed. Which of the following actions is the nurse's PRIORITY?

• Tell the patient you'll be right back.

• Call for additional help to assist with the transfer.

• Determine the patients' ability to help with the transfer.

• Use the gait belt and transfer the patient.

A nurse is assisting a client who had orthopedic surgery on her left knee. The patient describes weakness, dizziness, and feeling faint as soon as she gets out of bed. Which of the following actions would be the best response?

• Offer a drink and encourage breathing deeply.

• Have the patient sit on the side of the bed for several minutes before moving to the chair.

• Return the client to the bed and report to the provider.

• Assist the client to the wheelchair.