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RNSG 1144 Exam One Questions and
Correct Answers
When positioning a hemiplegic patient in the supported Fowler's
position, what is the primary reason a trochanter roll is placed
alongside the patient's legs? Ans: To reduce the risk of contracture
To which position would the nurse assist the patient who is
experiencing difficulty with breathing? Ans: Fowler's position
When repositioning a patient, what can the nurse do to prevent the
patient's hips from rolling outward? Ans: Place sandbags along the
legs
The nurse is preparing to move a patient with hemiplegia into the
prone position. What action should the nurse take when rolling the
patient onto her side? Ans: Place a pillow on the abdomen
The nurse is preparing to logroll a patient in bed. Why are two
assistants needed on the side toward which the patient is being
turned? Ans: To roll the patient as a unit
When preparing for safe patient transfer using a hydraulic lift, the
nurse performs which action first? Ans: Assesses the patient for
weakness, dizziness, or postural hypotension
Which position is used when applying the sling to transfer a
patient from the bed to a chair with a hydraulic lift? Ans: Supine
Which action would decrease a patient's pain before a transfer
with a hydraulic lift? Ans: Administer a prescribed analgesic 30 to
60 minutes before the transfer.
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RNSG 1144 Exam One Questions and
Correct Answers
When positioning a hemiplegic patient in the supported Fowler's
position, what is the primary reason a trochanter roll is placed
alongside the patient's legs? Ans: To reduce the risk of contracture
To which position would the nurse assist the patient who is
experiencing difficulty with breathing? Ans: Fowler's position
When repositioning a patient, what can the nurse do to prevent the
patient's hips from rolling outward? Ans: Place sandbags along the
legs
The nurse is preparing to move a patient with hemiplegia into the
prone position. What action should the nurse take when rolling the
patient onto her side? Ans: Place a pillow on the abdomen
The nurse is preparing to logroll a patient in bed. Why are two
assistants needed on the side toward which the patient is being
turned? Ans: To roll the patient as a unit
When preparing for safe patient transfer using a hydraulic lift, the
nurse performs which action first? Ans: Assesses the patient for
weakness, dizziness, or postural hypotension
Which position is used when applying the sling to transfer a
patient from the bed to a chair with a hydraulic lift? Ans: Supine
Which action would decrease a patient's pain before a transfer
with a hydraulic lift? Ans: Administer a prescribed analgesic 30 to
60 minutes before the transfer.
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