the nurse uses proper body mechanics to move a client up in bed what action by the nurse will increase their risk of a workplace injury

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Multi Dimensional Care | Rasmusson

1. The nurse uses proper body mechanics to move a client up in bed. What action by the nurse will increase their risk of a workplace injury?

A. Place the bed in the lowest possible position
B. Use the legs when lifting
C. Keep feet apart to provide a wide base of support
D. Face the direction of the movement

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Placing the bed in the lowest possible position increases the risk of injury because it does not support proper body mechanics. When lifting a client, it is important to have the bed at a comfortable height to avoid strain. Using the legs when lifting (choice B) is correct as it reduces the strain on the back. Keeping feet apart to provide a wide base of support (choice C) helps with stability and balance. Facing the direction of the movement (choice D) is essential for maintaining proper alignment and reducing the risk of injury.

2. What is one of the earliest signs of fat embolism syndrome?

A. Paresthesia
B. Severe pain in the affected limb unrelieved by medication
C. Edema
D. Hypoxemia

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Hypoxemia is one of the earliest signs of fat embolism syndrome. In fat embolism syndrome, fat globules enter the bloodstream and can obstruct blood flow in the lungs, leading to hypoxemia. Paresthesia, severe pain unrelieved by medication, and edema are not typically among the earliest signs of fat embolism syndrome.

3. A client is in the emergency room in critical condition and hypotensive. Her spouse is distraught. What is the priority nursing action?

A. Maintain the client's blood pressure
B. Call a chaplain
C. Provide the spouse a chair
D. Ask the client's spouse to explain what happened

Correct answer: A

Rationale:

4. What is a negative effect of immobility on the cardiovascular system?

A. Increased high density lipoprotein
B. Increased circulation
C. Increased pumping action of the heart
D. Venous stasis

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Venous stasis is a negative effect of immobility on the cardiovascular system. Immobility can lead to blood pooling in the veins due to lack of movement, increasing the risk of blood clots. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect because immobility does not lead to an increase in high density lipoprotein, circulation, or the pumping action of the heart.