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ARLKQ

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on: Jun 25, 2018
The nurse should reposition the patient who has just had a laminectomy and diskectomy by
 
  a. instructing the patient to move the legs before turning the rest of the body.
  b. having the patient turn by grasping the side rails and pulling the shoulders over.
  c. placing a pillow between the patient's legs and turning the entire body as a unit.
  d. turning the patient's head and shoulders first, followed by the hips, legs, and feet.

Question 2

A 39-year-old patient whose work involves frequent lifting has a history of chronic back pain. After the nurse has taught the patient about correct body mechanics, which patient statement indicates that the teaching has been effective?
 
  a. I will keep my back straight to lift anything higher than my waist.
  b. I will begin doing exercises to strengthen the muscles of my back.
  c. I can try to sleep with my hips and knees extended to prevent back strain.
  d. I can tell my boss that I need to change to a job where I can work at a desk.


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missalyssa26

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
The spine should be kept in correct alignment after laminectomy. The other positions will create misalignment of the spine.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Exercises can help strengthen the muscles that support the back. Flexion of the hips and knees places less strain on the back. Modifications in the way the patient lifts boxes are needed, but sitting for prolonged periods can aggravate back pain. The patient should not lift above the level of the elbows.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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