A client asks the nurse to explain the difference between ...

[gonzo233]

A client asks the nurse to explain the difference between ligaments and tendons. What would the nurse include in the teaching about tendons?
 
  A) Ends of muscle fascia lengthen into tough cords
  B) Responsible for connecting skeletal parts
  C) Strong fibrous bands
  D) Responsible for support of internal organs and other structures

Question 2

A client is admitted to an assisted living facility for continuing memory care for dementia. The admitting nurse will develop the initial plan of care.
 
  Based on this information, who will be involved with the ongoing planning of the client's care at the assisted living center? A) The admitting nurse maintains responsibility for the nursing care plan.
  B) All nurses who work with the client at the assisted living facility
  C) All healthcare team members involved in the ongoing care of the client
  D) The client and the client's family members assume ongoing responsible of the client care plan.

[emily12345]

Answer to Question 1

A
Feedback:
The ends of muscle fascia lengthen into tough cords called tendons. Ligaments are responsible for connecting skeletal parts and supporting internal organs and other structures. Ligaments are strong fibrous bands.

Answer to Question 2

C
Feedback:
The entire nursing team usually formulates the nursing care plan at a meeting called a nursing care conference or team conference. One or two nurses may create the care plan. Ideally, plans for client care are written to provide instructions and guidelines for the total healthcare team to use for direction and communication.