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bobthebuilder

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The nurse is concerned that the patient may fall while he is ambulating. To help her maintain control while the patient walks, the nurse may apply a ______________ around the patient's waist.
 
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Question 2

MC Medicare requires that a nurse make a home visit for the purpose of supervision at least every _____ days.
 
  A. 3
  B. 7
  C. 10
  D. 14


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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

gait belt
A gait belt encircles a patient's waist and has space for the nurse to hold while the patient walks. This gives the nurse better control and helps to prevent injury.

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