Which is considered an internal disaster?
Answer(s): C
A computer hacking episode is considered an internal disaster. It threatens patient privacy of information and the secure ongoing manner of communication within the healthcare facility.Other internal disasters include utility failures, a power outage, workplace violence and a tornado or other environmental threat.A fall is an incident, accident and sentinel event.The spread of infections, like pneumonia, is an infection control concern but not considered an internal disaster.Unexpected staff absences disrupt the facility but they are not considered internal disaster.
Assessment of the client with an arteriovenous fistula for hemodialysis should include ______________.
Answer(s): B
Thrill should be present. The client should be taught to check this daily at home. Pulsation is not typically visible.Percussion gives no information about the patency of a fistula. Blood pressure is not auscultated in a limb with an AVF.Auscultation of the AVF, for a bruit, is part of an assessment for patency.
A safety measure to implement when transferring a client with hemiparesis from a bed to a wheelchair is _____________.
Moving the wheelchair close to client’s bed and having him stand and pivot on his unaffected extremity to the wheelchair is safer because it provides support with the unaffected limb.
Assessment of a client with a cast should include ______________.
Answer(s): A
Assessment for adequate circulation is necessary.Signs of impaired circulation include slow capillary refill, cool fingers or toes, and pain.
In teaching clients with Buck’s Traction, the major areas of importance should be ______________.
Nutrition, elimination, comfort, and safety are the major areas of importance. The diet should be high in protein with adequate fluids.
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