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jon_i

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When measuring a patient's weight, the nurse is aware of which of these guidelines?
 
  a. The patient is always weighed wearing only his or her undergarments.
  b. The type of scale does not matter, as long as the weights are similar from day to day.
  c. The patient may leave on his or her jacket and shoes as long as these are documented next to the weight.
  d. Attempts should be made to weigh the patient at approximately the same time of day, if a sequence of weights is necessary.

Question 2

The nurse is performing a general survey. Which action is a component of the general survey?
 
  a. Observing the patient's body stature and nutritional status
  b. Interpreting the subjective information the patient has reported
  c. Measuring the patient's temperature, pulse, respirations, and blood pressure
  d. Observing specific body systems while performing the physical assessment


lkoler

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

ANS: D
A standardized balance scale is used to measure weight. The patient should remove his or her shoes and heavy outer clothing. If a sequence of repeated weights is necessary, then the nurse should attempt to weigh the patient at approximately the same time of day and with the same types of clothing worn each time.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
The general survey is a study of the whole person that includes observing the patient's physical appearance, body structure, mobility, and behavior.


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