Question 1

The term _____________ refers to the conditions of the joints,tendons,ligaments,and muscles in various body positions.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The term _____________ refers to the conditions...

Question 2

The nurse plans to use a trochanter roll when repositioning a patient.Where should the nurse place the trochanter roll?

Accepted Answer

A) Under the small of the back 
B) Behind the knees when supine 
C) Alongside the ilium to mid-thigh 
D) In the palm of the hand with fingers flexed 
A) Under the small of the back 
B) Behind the knees when supine 
C) Alongside the ilium to mid-thigh 
D) In the palm of the hand with fingers flexed

Question 3

A nurse is reviewing the patient assignment for the day.Of all the patients,which individual has the greatest potential for injury during transfers?

Accepted Answer

A) Diabetes mellitus 
B) Myocardial infarction 
C) A cerebrovascular accident 
D) An upper extremity fracture 
A) Diabetes mellitus 
B) Myocardial infarction 
C) A cerebrovascular accident 
D) An upper extremity fracture

Question 4

Plantar flexion contracture,otherwise known as _____________,is caused when the force of gravity pulls an unsupported,weakened foot into a plantar-flexed position.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Plantar flexion contracture,otherwise known as _____________,is caused...

Question 5

The coordinated effort of the musculoskeletal and nervous systems in maintaining balance,posture,and body alignment is known as _______________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The coordinated effort of the musculoskeletal and...

Question 6

To transfer the patient who has normal weight bearing and upper body strength out of bed to a chair,what should the nurse do?

Accepted Answer

A) Grab the patient under the axilla to lift. 
B) Have the patient move forward with the weak side. 
C) Have the patient put on shoes with nonskid soles. 
D) Place the chair in a position 90 degrees opposite the bed. 
A) Grab the patient under the axilla to lift. 
B) Have the patient move forward with the weak side. 
C) Have the patient put on shoes with nonskid soles. 
D) Place the chair in a position 90 degrees opposite the bed.

Question 7

The nurse prevents self-injury by using which of the following when transferring a patient?

Accepted Answer

A) Correct posture 
B) Maximal muscle strength 
C) Effective body mechanics 
D) Effective lifting techniques 
A) Correct posture 
B) Maximal muscle strength 
C) Effective body mechanics 
D) Effective lifting techniques

Question 8

A nursing skill that helps a weakened or dependent patient or patients with restricted mobility to attain positions to regain optimal independence is known as ________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A nursing skill that helps a weakened...

Question 9

The most prevalent and debilitating occupational health hazard among nurses is:

Accepted Answer

A) footdrop. 
B) pressure ulcers. 
C) musculoskeletal disorders. 
D) contractures. 
A) footdrop. 
B) pressure ulcers. 
C) musculoskeletal disorders. 
D) contractures.

Question 10

The patient is an elderly male with severe kyphosis who is immobile from a stroke several years earlier.He has been admitted for severe dehydration.The nurse must turn the patient frequently to prevent complications of immobility.What does the nurse realize?

Accepted Answer

A) This patient should be turned onto his back for meals. 
B) This patient may have to be turned more frequently than every 2 hours. 
C) This patient may be allowed to remain in his favorite position as long as he doesn't complain of discomfort. 
D) Skin breakdown is not an issue for this patient. 
A) This patient should be turned onto his back for meals. 
B) This patient may have to be turned more frequently than every 2 hours. 
C) This patient may be allowed to remain in his favorite position as long as he doesn't complain of discomfort. 
D) Skin breakdown is not an issue for this patient.

Question 11

The nurse is preparing to reposition the patient.Which of the following is a principle of safe patient transfer and positioning?

Accepted Answer

A) The wider the base of support,the greater the stability of the nurse. 
B) The higher the center of gravity,the greater the stability of the nurse. 
C) Facing in the opposite direction of movement prevents twisting. 
D) Using either the arms or the legs reduces the risk for back injury. 
A) The wider the base of support,the greater the stability of the nurse. 
B) The higher the center of gravity,the greater the stability of the nurse. 
C) Facing in the opposite direction of movement prevents twisting. 
D) Using either the arms or the legs reduces the risk for back injury.

Exam 11: Safe Patient Handling, transfer, and Positioning

The term _____________ refers to the conditions of the joints,tendons,ligaments,and muscles in various body positions.

The nurse plans to use a trochanter roll when repositioning a patient.Where should the nurse place the trochanter roll?

A nurse is reviewing the patient assignment for the day.Of all the patients,which individual has the greatest potential for injury during transfers?

Plantar flexion contracture,otherwise known as _____________,is caused when the force of gravity pulls an unsupported,weakened foot into a plantar-flexed position.

The coordinated effort of the musculoskeletal and nervous systems in maintaining balance,posture,and body alignment is known as _______________.

To transfer the patient who has normal weight bearing and upper body strength out of bed to a chair,what should the nurse do?

The nurse prevents self-injury by using which of the following when transferring a patient?

A nursing skill that helps a weakened or dependent patient or patients with restricted mobility to attain positions to regain optimal independence is known as ________________.

The most prevalent and debilitating occupational health hazard among nurses is:

The patient is an elderly male with severe kyphosis who is immobile from a stroke several years earlier.He has been admitted for severe dehydration.The nurse must turn the patient frequently to prevent complications of immobility.What does the nurse realize?

The nurse is preparing to reposition the patient.Which of the following is a principle of safe patient transfer and positioning?

Using Evidence in Practice

Admitting, transfer, and Discharge

Communication and Collaboration

Documentation and Informatics

Vital Signs

Health Assessment

Specimen Collection

Diagnostic Procedures

Medical Asepsis

Sterile Technique

Exercise Mobility

Support Surfaces and Special Beds

Patient Safety

Disaster Preparedness

Pain Management

Palliative Care

Personal Hygiene and Bed Making

Care of the Eye and Ear

Safe Medication Preparation

Administration of Nonparenteral Medications

Administration of Parenteral Medications

Oxygen Therapy

Performing Chest Physiotherapy

Airway Management

Cardiac Care

Closed Chest Drainage Systems

Emergency Measure for Life Support

Intravenous and Vascular Access Therapy

Blood Therapy

Oral Nutrition

Enteral Nutrition

Parenteral Nutrition

Urinary Elimination

Bowel Elimination and Gastric Intubation

Ostomy Care

Preoperative and Postoperative Care

Intraoperative Care

Pressure Injury Prevention and Care

Wound Care and Irrigations

Dressings,bandages,and Binders

Therapeutic Use of Heat and Cold

Home Care Safety

Home Care Teaching

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