Approximately 50 of the rehabilitation nurse's contribution to ...

[londonang]

Approximately 50 of the rehabilitation nurse's contribution to the rehabilitation effort is having a broad knowledge base of the pathophysiology modalities of rehabilitation. The other major contribution is:
 
  a. implementation.
  b. encouragement.
  c. evaluation.
  d. cooperation.

Question 2

A patient with quadriplegia resulting from a spinal cord injury says to the rehabilitation nurse, I'm sick of this interdisciplinary stuff What is an occupational therapist going to do for me? Can she give me an occupation?
 
  The most helpful response the nurse could make is:
  a. No, but the occupational therapist can show you how to enjoy some recreational activities.
  b. Yes, in a way. The occupational therapist provides training that strengthens muscles you can still control.
  c. Maybe. The occupational therapist recommends adaptive equipment that will make you more independent.
  d. No, the voc-rehab counselor helps with employment. The occupational therapist helps train you for improved communication skills.

[vickybb89]

Answer to Question 1

B
Nurses practicing in the area of rehabilitation believe that individuals with functional disabilities have an intrinsic worth that transcends their disabilities. Rehabilitation nursing is an attitude in addition to a set of specialized knowledge and skills. Estimates are that 50 of rehabilitation nursing is know-how; the other 50 is simple open-minded encouragement.

Answer to Question 2

C
The occupational therapist recommends adaptive equipment or helps in modifying skills to enhance independence.

[londonang]

Excellent

[alexanderhamilton]

Gracias!