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swpotter12

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A client is admitted to the long-term care facility after a brief hospitalization. The Braden Scale is completed to assess the client's risk for the development of pressure ulcers.
 
  After completion of the assessment, the nurse notes the clients has a score of 18. Based upon your understanding, what is the best interpretation of this finding?
  A) This client is at a low risk for the development of a pressure ulcer.
  B) This client is at a high risk for the development of a pressure ulcer.
  C) This client's score is inconclusive and does not reflect a significant risk for the development of a pressure ulcer.
  D) The client's score is inconclusive, indicating the need for a repeated assessment using the Braden Scale within the next 3 days.

Question 2

The nurse is performing an assessment on a dark-skinned individual. After completing the assessment, the nurse records the findings. Which of the findings indicates a problems requiring further action?
 
  A) Bluish gums
  B) Bluish tones noted on the soles of the feet
  C) Freckle-like spots on the borders of the tongue
  D) Bluish tones to the lips



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anoriega3

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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

B




swpotter12

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

 

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