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Transfer belts should be used for safety if the patient is weak or has problems with coordination. The nurse grips the transfer belt as the patient walks. If the patient becomes dizzy and begins to fall, the nurse should:

In prescribing medications, the primary care provider does not usually dictate which of the following?

A client is experiencing lower back and joint pain secondary to a fall and comes to the clinic for a visit. When discussing possible mind-body practices that might be helpful for pain relief, which approach would the nurse suggest? Select all that apply.

Instructions: Flow rates should be rounded to the whole number. Units must be included. Order: 1000 mL D5 LR in 10 hours.  What is the flow rate?

When preparing the client’s skin prior to an injection, where should the motion for cleansing begin? 

A nurse is assessing the client’s nutritional intake prior to admission and notes that the client has lost 10 pounds over the last 2 months. Which statement indicates the most appropriate therapeutic communication technique to utilize in order to gain information about this weight loss?

A nurse needs to administer a prescribed dose of a narcotic medication to a client with acute neck pain. Which of the following precautions should the nurse take when storing narcotic medications?

In what situation is it acceptable to repeat back a verbal prescription without writing it down first?

What consideration should the nurse keep in mind regarding the use of side rails for the client who is confused?

Where would the nurse place pillows to maintain correct body alignment while positioning a client in the left lateral position?  Select all that apply.