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asd123

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on: Jul 11, 2018
A patient is recovering in the hospital following a total hip replacement that was performed 2 days ago.
 
  In an effort to prevent the common complications associated with the surgical procedure, the nurse should implement which of the following interventions, as ordered?
  A) Passive range-of-motion (ROM) exercises with the affected leg
  B) Provision of a low-fiber, high-calorie diet
  C) Application of sequential compression devices
  D) Intermittent urinary catheterization to prevent urinary retention

Question 2

A geriatric nurse is performing an assessment of an 85-year-old patient. The nurse realizes that what particular change is an age-related effect on the renal or urinary system?
 
  A) Increased ability to concentrate urine
  B) Increased bladder capacity
  C) Urinary incontinence
  D) Decreased glomerular filtration rate


vish98

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

D


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