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The nurse is designing a teaching plan for a middle-aged patient experiencing arthritis of the hips and hands from constant computer work. What should the nurse include in this instruction? Standard Text: Select all that apply.
 
  1. Apply cold to reduce pain.
  2. Apply heat to reduce swelling.
  3. Stand up and walk frequently to prevent constant sitting.
  4. Alternate weight-bearing with non-weight-bearing exercises.
  5. Take frequent rest breaks from using the computer keyboard.

Question 2

A 58-year-old male client is seen for a routine health check. During the visit, the client reports plans to marry a younger woman in her 20s. The client voices concern about the need to worry at this stage of life about contraceptives.
 
  What response by the nurse is indicated?
  A) It is still possible at this time of life to father a child.
  B) After age 50, you are considered virtually infertile.
  C) You will only need to be concerned about fertility for another few years.
  D) You should have a vasectomy to avoid fathering a child.



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Pariscourtney

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Answer to Question 1

1,3,4,5
Rationale: Application of cold helps to reduce the pain associated with arthritis.

Answer to Question 2

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crazycityslicker

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Wow, this really help


nguyenhoanhat

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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