A patient has been admitted to a unit at a primary stroke center after experiencing an ischemic stroke.
The nurse on the unit is aware of the vital importance of rehabilitative efforts and knows that an active rehabilitation program should begin at what point?
A) As soon as the patient is able to independently identify goals for rehabilitation
B) As soon as moderate motor activity is regained on the affected side
C) As soon as sensory ability is regained on the affected side
D) As soon as the patient regains consciousness
Question 2
The nurse is caring for a patient with hyperparathyroidism . What level of activity would the nurse expect the health care provider to order?
A) Complete bed rest
B) Bed rest with bathroom privileges
C) Out of bed (OOB) to the chair twice a day
D) Ambulation and activity, as tolerated
Nurses possess a wide variety of experiences which they take into each patient encounter.
THE DIMENSIONS OF PATIENT-CENTERED CARE
Example of problem focused patient
Turn the hand over and stroke the palm (wrist to finger web).
Stand at the side facing the client. Apply L stroke to both sides of the neck with flat fingers ...
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