Francis is worried about a patient who is showing signs of muscle atrophy. Which best describes what Francis should do to prevent pressure and further muscle atrophy?
O use bed cradles and a special bed
O use daily range of motion and physical therapy
O use physical therapy and adjust the turn clock
O maintain proper body alignment and adjust the turn clock

Mr. smith, a 57-year-old patient, presents at a health fair asking questions about the age-appropriate health maintenance and promotion considerations he should be concerned about. he stated that he only goes to his physician when he is sick and the last time he saw his physician was 2 years ago when he had a sinus infection. a. what further assessment does the nurse need to make before designing a teaching plan? b. what topics does the nurse need to include for mr. smith based on current medical recommendations? c. design a teaching plan that covers the topics.

Select a patient in the clinical setting who is receiving an anxiolytic or hypnotic drug. develop a teaching plan for the patient. what nursing considerations must you consider when using this medication in this patient?

Which of the following is an irigation catheter used after transurethral prostatic surgery? a. ureteral stent b. three-way foley c. robinson d. malecot