A 61-year-old man who has achieved great success in the areas of business and community influence is frustrated that he has received a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes.
The man tells the nurse, I'm not at all obese, so I don't see how this could have developed. When discussing the risk factors for diabetes, which of the following factors should the nurse identify? Select all that apply.
A) Age greater than 45 years
B) History of angina or myocardial infarction
C) High-stress lifestyle
D) Hypertension
E) Family history
Question 2
A patient has had an ischemic stroke and has been admitted to the unit. The nurse knows the importance of the principles of body alignment and correct positioning to stroke victims.
How should the nurse position the patient to prevent joint deformities?
A) Place the patient flat in the prone position for 30 minutes per day.
B) Assist the patient in acutely flexing the thigh to promote movement.
C) Place a pillow in the axilla when there is limited external rotation.
D) Place patient's hand in pronation.
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