1. Damien is 16 years old. He has a chronic disabling condition and
is unable to take care of himself. His family provides all his care,
but he's had no access to rehabilitation. He is confined to home
and has a wheelchair from a thrift store. He's had multiple hospital
admissions for bladder infections, skin breakdown, and respiratory
problems. What is the primary goal for considering for an acute
inpatient rehabilitation program?: To achieve a better quality of life and a
higher level of independence
2. The first and major leader in organizing rehabilitation programs
for wound-ed military personnel was:: Howard Rusk
3. The nurse completes a nursing assessment and uses a
nursing diagnosis because:: It identifies the domain and focus of nursing
4. What is the purpose for evaluation in the patient's health plan
of care?: To determine that the patient's outcomes have been met
5. Educating clients on prevention strategies related to their care
needs and disability:: Is an ettective intervention for managing costs
6. Mr. Jones complains that he cannot get his insurance company
to under-stand that he needs a new wheelchair cushion to
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, prevent pressure ulcers. With his consent, you as his nurse call
the insurance company to discuss the situation with the case
manager. Which role are you most actively implement-ing?:
Advocate
7. What is the goal of rehabilitation?: Restoring, maintaining, and
promoting maximal health
8. Every patient admitted to the VA is screened for patient handling
and mobil-ity. Which of the following can best ensure patient safety
and mobility during rehabilitation?: VA MSST screening tool
9. Who will a rehabilitation nurse liaison/admission coordinator
communicate with when placing a patient into a rehabilitation
program?: The client, the family, the rehabilitation center, the payor
10. Which federal act prohibited discrimination in any activities
supported by federal funds?: Rehabilitation Act
11. Facilitating an effective care transition is an essential role of the
rehabilita-tion nurse. Which factor contributes to the need for good
care transitions?: - Longer lengths of stay for medically complex patients
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