Author Question: What is the purpose of a pretrial conference? a. To outline what the defendant did wrong b. To ... (Read 69 times)

@Brianna17 · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

What is the purpose of a pretrial conference?

a. To outline what the defendant did wrong
b. To allow the defendant to deliver the statement of defence
c. To explain and interpret all of the evidence as it emerges
d. To identify points of contention and narrow down the issues

Question 2

Antiembolism stockings (also known as thromboembolic device hose TED) are ordered for the client on bed rest after surgery. Which of the following does the nurse explain to the client is the primary purpose for these stockings?

a. To keep the skin warm and dry
b. To prevent abnormal joint flexion
c. To apply external pressure
d. To prevent bleeding

jaykayy05 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D

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A Outlining what the defendant did wrong is done in the pleadings.
B The delivery of the defendant's statement of defence occurs in the pleadings.
C Explaining and interpreting the evidence as it emerges occurs through expert witnesses.Explainin g and interpreting the evidence as it emerges occurs through expert witnesses.
D The purpose of a pretrial conference is to identify points of contention, narrow down issues, and encourage out-of-court settlements.

Answer to Question 2

C
The primary purpose of TED is to maintain external pressure on the muscles of the lower ex-tremities and thus may promote venous return.
The primary purpose of TED is not to keep the skin warm and dry.
TED is not used to prevent abnormal joint flexion.
TED is not primarily used to prevent bleeding. These stockings are used to prevent clot formation due to venous stasis.