The nurse is instructing the patient on quadriceps and gluteal ...

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The nurse is instructing the patient on quadriceps and gluteal muscle exercises. Which instruc-tions should the nurse include?
 
  a. In a supine position, straighten the leg and tense leg muscles while raising heel.
  b. Flex the leg and hold it with the hands while pulling the leg back toward the hip.
  c. Straighten the legs while raising the head.
  d. Flex both legs and perform an abdominal crunch up toward the knees.

Question 2

Which statement(s) describe functions of blood? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. To absorb nutrients
  b. To transport blood gases
  c. To regulate pH by buffering
  d. To regulate fluid distribution
  e. To regulate body temperature

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Answer to Question 1

A
The quad setting exercise is to straighten the leg and tense the leg muscles while raising the heel.

Answer to Question 2

B, C, D, E
Blood transports blood gases, regulates pH through buffering, regulates fluid distribution, and regulates body temperature. Blood transports nutrients but does not absorb them.