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bobthebuilder

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Positioning the client in the prone position includes:
 
  A. Placing a pillow under the knees
  B. Putting a footboard against the feet
  C. Placing a pillow under the abdomen
  D. Leaving the arms at the client's sides

Question 2

During an assessment for potential septicemia in a client with parenteral nutrition, the nurse is alert to:
 
  A. Shaking, dizziness
  B. Hypotension
  C. Increased thirst
  D. Increased temperature



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Answer to Question 1

C
C. Place small pillow under client's abdomen below level of diaphragm.
A. Support lower legs with pillow to elevate toes.
B. Support lower legs with pillow to elevate toes; this prevents footdrop.
D. Support arms in flexed position level at shoulders.

Answer to Question 2

D
D. Know the client's recent temperature range. Clients with peripheral or central IV lines are susceptible to septicemia; an elevated temperature can be an early indicator of a bacterial process.
A. Hypoglycemia results in client being shaky, dizzy, nervous, anxious, senses hunger, blood sugar level less than 80 mg/100 ml.
B. Air embolism results in sudden respiratory distress; shortness of breath, coughing, chest pain, decreased blood pressure.
C. Hyperglycemia results in excessive thirst.





 

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