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If you have a patient that is getting an amputation, what type of therapy communication would you use? - Answer- Allow patient to voice concerns Do not offer advice If you have a patient on prolonged BR, what does it do to their body? - Answer- Weakens Muscle Slows GI tract A nurse is making plan of care for a fall risk patient, what is some important teaching to include - Answer- Teaching them about balance, home safety locking beds, and wheelchairs Have all items within reach If a patient is being combative, what are some safety tips for the nurse to follow? - Answer- Leave door open, never allow patient to get between you and the door. A number one nursing diagnosis for most patients? - Answer- FALL RISK If you have a patient with an IV bump, what would you do if the cord looks fried? - Answer- Remove it immediately If you just came on your shift and you have four patients, how would priorities which patient you see first? - Answer- The one that is the most critical, or requires the most attention What medication would you give to a patient experiencing an acute gout attack? - Answer- Colchicine What diagnostic test would be given to a patient with a sports injury? - Answer- MRI Most important goal for elderly patients, especially after a hip surgery? - Answer- Remain free of injury or falls during hospital stay What you need to know during the physical assessment, when taking care of patient with osteoarthritis - Answer- They experience atrophy when moving joints