A nurse is caring for an older, immobile patient whose condition requires a supine position. Which metabolic alteration will the nurse monitor for in this patient?
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Question 2 of 91
A patient has damage to the cerebellum. Which disorder is most important for the nurse to assess?
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Question 3 of 91
The nurse is caring for a patient who needs to be placed in the prone position. Which action will the nurse take?
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Question 4 of 91
The patient has been diagnosed with a spinal cord injury and needs to be repositioned using the logrolling technique. Which technique will the healthcare team use for logrolling?
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Question 5 of 91
The patient has undergone surgery for a broken leg and has a cast in place. What should the nurse do to prevent skin impairment?
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