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Author Question: When caring for a patient with an arm sling, the nursing assistant should do all of the following ... (Read 39 times)

jake

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on: Jul 16, 2018
When caring for a patient with an arm sling, the nursing assistant should do all of the following except
 A) make the patient comfortable so he can wear the sling at all times.
  B) monitor the skin behind the neck for irritation and breakdown.
  C) monitor the skin under the arm for irritation and breakdown.
  D) wash the underarm and keep the area clean and dry.

Question 2

If side rails are ordered for a patient, they should be
 A) used as the point of attachment for restraints.
  B) attached securely before you leave the room.
  C) raised before your gloves are removed.
  D) used to secure the catheter bag to the bed.


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nmyers

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

B


jake

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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

Hdosisshsbshs

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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