Question 1

The nurse is assisting clients when walking with crutches. Which client demonstrates the correct technique?

Accepted Answer

A)  Four-point gait: Left crutch, right foot, right crutch, left foot 
B)  Three-point gait: Client puts <50% weight on the affected leg 
C)  Three-point plus gait: Client does not bear weight on the affected leg 
D)  Swing-through gait: Client supports weight with axillae on crutches 
A)  Four-point gait: Left crutch, right foot, right crutch, left foot 
B)  Three-point gait: Client puts <50% weight on the affected leg 
C)  Three-point plus gait: Client does not bear weight on the affected leg 
D)  Swing-through gait: Client supports weight with axillae on crutches

Question 2

The student nurse asks why a child's cast needed petaling. What response by the nurse is best?

Accepted Answer

A)  To prevent skin burns from the heat reaction 
B)  To relieve severe itching under the cast 
C)  To relieve pain in the fracture under the cast 
D)  To prevent skin damage at the edge of the cast 
A)  To prevent skin burns from the heat reaction 
B)  To relieve severe itching under the cast 
C)  To relieve pain in the fracture under the cast 
D)  To prevent skin damage at the edge of the cast

Question 3

A nurse is assessing a client's ability to use a cane correctly. What assessment by the nurse indicates more collaboration with physical therapy is needed?

Accepted Answer

A)  Client has removed the rubber tips for ease when using the cane. 
B)  The client's elbow is flexed at 25 degrees when using the cane. 
C)  The client uses nonslip slippers when ambulating with the cane. 
D)  The client holds the cane on the stronger side of the body. 
A)  Client has removed the rubber tips for ease when using the cane. 
B)  The client's elbow is flexed at 25 degrees when using the cane. 
C)  The client uses nonslip slippers when ambulating with the cane. 
D)  The client holds the cane on the stronger side of the body.

Question 4

A student nurse is caring for a client in skin traction. What action by the student indicates good understanding of this client's needs?

Accepted Answer

A)  Gathers supplies for pin care 
B)  Ensures weights are free-hanging 
C)  Assesses skin on shoulders and chest 
D)  Keeps walkways clear 
A)  Gathers supplies for pin care 
B)  Ensures weights are free-hanging 
C)  Assesses skin on shoulders and chest 
D)  Keeps walkways clear

The nurse is assisting clients when walking with crutches. Which client demonstrates the correct technique?

The student nurse asks why a child's cast needed petaling. What response by the nurse is best?

A nurse is assessing a client's ability to use a cane correctly. What assessment by the nurse indicates more collaboration with physical therapy is needed?

A student nurse is caring for a client in skin traction. What action by the student indicates good understanding of this client's needs?

Foundations of Safe Client Care

Personal Care and Hygiene

Vital Signs and Vital Measurements

Performing an Assessment

Nutrition and Gastrointestinal Tube Therapy

Comfort Care

End-Of-Life Care

Airway and Breathing

Sterile Technique

Medication Administration

Venous Access

Central Venous Access

Bowel Management

Urinary Elimination

Wound Care

Perioperative Care

Advanced Respiratory Management

Advanced Cardiovascular Care

Advanced Neurologic Care

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Exam 6: Supporting Mobility and Immobilization

The nurse is assisting clients when walking with crutches. Which client demonstrates the correct technique?

The student nurse asks why a child's cast needed petaling. What response by the nurse is best?

A nurse is assessing a client's ability to use a cane correctly. What assessment by the nurse indicates more collaboration with physical therapy is needed?

A student nurse is caring for a client in skin traction. What action by the student indicates good understanding of this client's needs?

Foundations of Safe Client Care

Personal Care and Hygiene

Vital Signs and Vital Measurements

Performing an Assessment

Nutrition and Gastrointestinal Tube Therapy

Comfort Care

End-Of-Life Care

Airway and Breathing

Sterile Technique

Medication Administration

Venous Access

Central Venous Access

Bowel Management

Urinary Elimination

Wound Care

Perioperative Care

Advanced Respiratory Management

Advanced Cardiovascular Care

Advanced Neurologic Care

Filters