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When making an occupied bed, which of the following is most important for the nurse to do?
 
  a. Keep the bed in the low position.
  b. Keep the siderail raised on both sides of the bed.
  c. Move back and forth between the sides of the bed when adjusting linens.
  d. Use a bath blanket or sheet to maintain patient warmth and privacy.

Question 2

For which patient can the nurse safely delegate morning care to the nursing assistive personnel (NAP)? Assume an experienced NAP, and base your decision on patient condition. Assume there are no complications other than the conditions stated.
 
  a. 32-year-old admitted with a closed head injury
  b. 76-year-old admitted with septic shock
  c. 62-year-old who underwent surgical repair of a bowel obstruction 2 days ago
  d. 23-year-old admitted with an exacerbation of asthma with dyspnea on exertion


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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C


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Reply #2 on: Jul 22, 2018
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