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michelleunicorn · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

A nurse is preparing to do a physical examination on a patient. What is the most important thing that the nurse should do to prepare for the examination?

A. Gathering all the necessary equipment
B. Making sure the equipment is in working order
C. Performing thorough hand hygiene
D. Having the appropriate forms available for documentation

Question 2

Paul is a student nurse assisting Mr. Jenkins with his new walker. Which of the following is appropriate information for Paul to provide to Mr. Jenkins?

A. The top of the walker should line up with the crease on the inside of your elbows.
B. You should walk behind the walker to maintain balance.
C. You should lean forward over the walker to maintain balance.
D. When walking, you should take a step, move the walker forward, and take another step.

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

Answer to Question 1

C
Performing hand hygiene thoroughly before equipment preparation and the examination is of primary importance.

Answer to Question 2

D
When the person relaxes the arms at the side of their body, the top of the walker should line up with the crease on the inside of the wrist. When walking, the patient holds the handgrips on the upper bars, takes a step, moves the walker forward, and takes another step. The patient should not lean over the walker or walk behind it; otherwise he or she might lose balance and fall.