Author Question: The student nurse is preparing to feed the client who has a history of dysphagia. When planning the ... (Read 114 times)

londonang · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

The student nurse is preparing to feed the client who has a history of dysphagia. When planning the intervention, which of the following should be taken into consideration?

A) Position the client in a semi-Fowler's position.
B) Elevate the head of the bed to 60 degrees.
C) Engage the client in a lively conversation during the meal.
D) Maintain the client in an upright position for 1 hour after the meal.

Question 2

The nurse is planning an inservice for nursing assistive personnel on ways to prevent the development of deep vein thrombosis in older patients.

Which information should the nurse include in this presentation? Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Turn bed-bound patients at least every 2 hours.
2. Maintain older patients on oral fluid restrictions.
3. Remind older patients to not elevate the legs when sitting.
4. Apply fitted support stockings to older patients as prescribed.
5. Assist older patients to walk as soon as possible after surgery.

Brummell1998 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

1,4,5
Rationale: An intervention to prevent the formation of deep vein thrombosis in the older patient includes turning bed-bound patients at least every 2 hours.