The nurse correctly selects which intervention to avoid causing ...

[jessicacav]

The nurse correctly selects which intervention to avoid causing shear or friction when moving a patient in bed?
 
  a. Using an airflow bed
  b. Using a slide board
  c. Using a trochanter roll
  d. Using a gel mattress

Question 2

The nurse is preparing to assist her patient to walk to the bathroom after medicating her with a narcotic for pain management. Of what possible adverse effect should the nurse be immediately aware?
 
  a. Constipation
  b. Depression
  c. Dizziness
  d. Pain relief

[blakeserpa]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
A transfer or slide board is made of plastic-like material that reduces friction. Linens easily slide over the board, facilitating bed linen changes. Patients can be repositioned or transferred with a minimum of force required. A trochanter roll prevents outward rolling of the hip when a patient is lying on his/her back. An air-fluidized bed uses airflow to move silicone particles in the bed, creating a watery, fluid-like movement and resulting in lower pressure to avoid or alleviate decubitus ulcers. A foam or gel combination mattress reduces pressure.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Potential adverse side effects of narcotics include respiratory depression, hypotension, confusion, sedation, constipation, and dizziness. The nurse should be immediately aware of dizziness during ambulation because of the safety risks. Pain relief is expected. Depression is not an immediate adverse side effect. Constipation will not impact the nurse's ability to safely ambulate the patient.

[jessicacav]

Excellent

[aliotak]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it