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storky111

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An elderly woman in a long-term care facility has fallen and sustained several injuries. Which of her injuries would be the most serious fall-related injury?
 
  A) fractured hip B) fractured ulna C) lacerated lip D) thigh contusion

Question 2

A nurse has conducted a timed get up and go test to assess an older adult's risk for a fall. The patient completes the test in 30 seconds. Based on the finding, what will the nurse do?
 
  A) Continue with the plan of care for this fully mobile patient.
  B) Document the time of the test and observe the patient.
  C) Develop a care plan for Impaired Physical Mobility.
  D) Maintain the patient on bedrest to prevent falling.


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Hikerman221

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

C


storky111

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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