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A 5-year-old boy is diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Which nursing teaching is most appropriate for this child?

The nurse notices a 2-year-old patient having a febrile seizure in her crib. The nurse knows that the most important intervention at this time is to:

A client with Parkinson’s disease​ (PD) is prescribed benztropine to treat tremors and rigidity. The nurse should teach the client about which adverse effect they may experience from this​ medication? Select all that​ apply

What region of the spine does this bone belong to?

While providing morning care for an elderly resident, the nursing assistant has noted areas of non-blanching redness on the resident’s heels. What should the nursing assistant do to prevent further skin breakdown on the resident’s heels?

Mrs. Joseph has middle-stage dementia and is currently agitated, saying that she needs to get home because her babies need her. How should the nursing assistant respond to Mrs. Joseph?

How should the head of an unconscious person be positioned during oral care?

Mrs. Aims, age 83, appears flushed and her oral temperature is 99.8°F. What conclusion should the nursing assistant draw from these assessment findings?

Mary’s arm is in a cast. Which observation should be reported to the nurse immediately?

A nursing assistant is providing care for a resident who uses continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) to manage his sleep apnea. Which of the following guidelines should the nursing assistant use when assisting the resident with his CPAP?