A student is assessing a postoperative patient who has developed pneumonia. The plan of care includes positioning the patient in the Fowler's or semi-Fowler's position. What is the rationale for this position?
A) It increases blood flow to the heart.
B) The patient will be more comfortable and have less pain.
C) It facilitates nursing assessments of skin color and temperature.
D) It promotes full aeration of the lungs.
Question 2
An adult with diabetes receives 20 units of insulin each morning and evening. How will the nurse teach the patient to administer the insulin?
A) Use a 1-mL syringe and give 0.4 mL.
B) Use a 5-mL syringe and give 0.40 mL.
C) Use a tuberculin syringe and give 4/10 mL.
D) Use an insulin syringe and give 20 units.
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