which of the following would be the most appropriate goal for an elderly client with a nursing diagnosis of risk for injury after hip surgery
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Multi Dimensional Care | Exam | Rasmusson

1. Which of the following would be the most appropriate goal for an elderly client with a nursing diagnosis of risk for injury after hip surgery?

Correct answer: D

Rationale:

2. A client who had an elective below-the-knee amputation reports pain in the foot that was amputated. What is the best response by the nurse?

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct response is to assess the pain intensity by asking the client to rate their pain on a scale of 0-10. This helps the nurse to effectively manage the client's pain. Choice A is incorrect as it dismisses the client's pain without proper assessment. Choice B is incorrect as it assumes the pain is phantom limb pain without assessing the client's current condition. Choice C is incorrect as it invalidates the client's pain experience and does not address the issue at hand.

3. The nurse educates a client about how to reduce their risk for osteoporosis. Which of these statements by the nurse is correct? (Select all that apply)

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Reducing caffeine and alcohol intake, and quitting smoking can help decrease the risk of osteoporosis.

4. What medication class can decrease tissue in inflammation but delays bone healing?

Correct answer: D

Rationale:

5. What is an infectious disease that can be transmitted directly from one person to another?

Correct answer: A

Rationale:

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