HESI- Risk for Falls, Hip Fractures, and Pulmonary Embolism questions and answers graded A+

HESI- Risk for Falls, Hip Fractures, and Pulmonary Embolism1. The nurse understands that which information is correct about osteoarthritis? - correct answer A no inflammatory condition involving formation of new joint tissue in response to cartilage destruction 2. The nurse expects to see which manifestations of osteoarthritis in Mrs. Weil? (Select all) - correct answer -Joint pain -Swollen nodes of the joints -Asymmetrical involvement of the joints 3. Which symptom should Mrs. Weil report immediately while taking a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)? - correct answer Black, tarry stools 4. When the nurse is teaching Susan about medications for osteoporosis, which instruction is most important, knowing that Susan takes alendronate (Fosamax), a biphosphonate? - correct answer Remain upright (sitting or standing) for at least 30 minutes after taking this medication 5. Which statement about the use of heat and cold for osteoarthritis pain by the client is of most concern to the nurse? - correct answer "I wrap the heating pad around my knee and use an extension cord so I can walk around the house." 6. Which data places the client at highest risk for falls? - correct answer Knee pain 7. Which additional information is associated with an increased risk for falls? (Select all) - correct answer -Throw rugs placed on hardwood floors in the home -Walks with short, shuffled steps -Uses the furniture to steady self -Advanced age