Basic Care and Comfort NCLEX Questions Complete Solution

Of the following positions, which one facilitates maximum air exchange? a. Orthopneic b. Trendelenburg c. High Fowler's d. Lithotomy - a. Orthopneic This is sitting in a leaning position, which allows for the most lung expansion. After your patient dies, the patient's family gathers at the bedside and asks you to step out while their clergy performs a religious rite for the deceased. As the patient's nurse, what is your most appropriate course of action? a. Educate the family about custody of care and stay in the room b. Allow the ceremony and step out of the room c. Inform the family that religious rites are not allowed d. Allow the ceremony but remain as a witness - b. Allow the ceremony and step out of the room Most hospitals do not have a policy that prohibits religious rites at the time of death. Remaining in the room shows disrespect and lack of trust a time of grieving. A patient with a total hip replacement requires certain equipment for recovery. Which of the following will assist the patient with activities of daily living (ADL)? a. TENS unit b. High-seat commode c. Recliner d. Abduction pillow - b. High-seat commode