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Which of the following is the least important when considering the most appropriate assistive device for a patient? 

You perform a figure-8 measurement of a patient’s swollen ankle with a retractable tape measurer. The next day, you use the tape measurer and obtain the same results. The tape measurer is said to hold what type of consistency? 

How should a seizing individual’s head be positioned after the convulsions subside? 

You are working closely with a patient who has diabetes mellitus. Which of the following statements would be most important to educate the patient on regarding foot care and susceptibilty to developing diabetic ulcers? 

How should a seizing person be handled? 

How much space should there be between the top of an axillary crutch and the floor of the axilla? 

You are working with a patient on slide board transfers. Which of the following would be the most appropriate position to guard the patient for maximum safety? 

Which of the following terms means shortness of breath or difficult, labored breathing? 

You are working with a patient who has a nasogastric (NG) tube. What is the purpose of this type of line? 

Following a total knee replacement, in which position is it important to keep the affected extremity at rest?