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A 32-year-old with a high spinal cord injury has been admitted to the hospital for antibiotic therapy to treat pneumonia. He lives independently and has developed strong upper-body strength to maximize his independence.
 
  Which transfer device should be used when transferring him from the bed to his wheelchair?
  a. Mechanical lift
  b. Transfer belt
  c. Draw sheet
  d. Transfer board

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A patient is on strict bedrest for 5 days. During this time, she has not had a bowel movement, although she normally passes stool daily.
 
  She describes feeling bloated and uncomfortable. A nursing diagnosis that would best address a patient who is on bed rest is Constipation related to:
  a. Change in previous pattern
  b. Immobility
  c. Dietary intake
  d. Change in environment


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leannegxo

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B


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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Wow, this really help

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