When the nurse plans for the progressive mobilization of a hemiplegic, the nurse will consider the patient's ability to perform which function(s)? (select all that apply.)
a. Move limbs
b. Change position in bed independently
c. Transfer self from bed to chair
d. Perform all activities of daily living (ADLs) independently
e. Walk
Question 2The 85-year-old patient with a newly diagnosed heart murmur expresses concern that he has never been notified of this finding before. What is the most likely cause of this patient's heart murmur?
a. Hypertension
b. Atherosclerosis
c. Insufficient valves
d. Weakened pacemaker
Question 3Which problem statement/nursing diagnosis is most appropriate for a person with Parkinson disease?
a. Risk for falls related to unsteady gait.
b. Ineffective airway clearance related to drooling.
c. Risk for impaired skin integrity related to tremor.
d. Nutrition: less than body requirements related to nausea.
Question 4Which age-related change(s) occur(s) in the musculoskeletal system? (select all that apply.)
a. Increased bone density
b. Increased brittleness and fragility of bones
c. Decreased healing times
d. Decreased muscle mass
e. Tendon sclerosis
Question 5The bone marrow produces a(n) _______ cell that can differentiate itself to acquire individual characteristics.
Fill in the blanks with correct word
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