Assistive Devices
TRUE or FALSE
In teaching a client how to use crutches, advice the client to use shoulders & arms for strength.
TRUE
(BCC pdf p.18A)
TRUE or FALSE
When inserting a foley catheter, always use a catheter with the largest diameter.
FALSE
(BCC pdf p.30B)
TRUE or FALSE
Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) is a potassium- sparing diuretic
FALSE
(BCC pdf p.63A & p.63B)
________________is movement of a joint by the individual performing the exercise with no outside force aiding in the movement
Active Range of Motion/ Active (ROM)
(BCC pdf pg.36)
The nurse should stand on the patient's __________ while the patient ambulates with a walker.
WEAK/ AFFECTED side
(BCC pdf p.15)
____________ means a urinary output at less than 400 mLs over the course of 24 hours
Oliguria
(BCC pdf p.29A)
Specific diet for patients with Hyperparathyroidism
Low Calcium, High Phosphorus
(BCC pdf p.67)
Type of Assistance
The patient can perform 75% of the task while the caregiver performs the 25%
Minimal assistance
(BCC pdf p.35)
When teaching how to use a cane, the nurse should emphasize that the elbows should bend about ___________ degrees.
15-30 degrees
(BCC pdf p.22)
TRUE or FALSE
A patient using a foley catheter should be provided with "perineal care" daily (at minimum)
TRUE
(BCC pdf p.30B)
TRUE or FALSE
Calcitonin is a hormone that your parathyroid gland makes and releases to help regulate calcium levels in your blood by decreasing it.
FALSE
(BCC pdf p.67)
Type of Assistance
The patient is unable to perform any mobility task
Dependent
(BCC pdf p.35)
The top of the cane should be even with the ____________ or the ______________.
great trochanter
wrist crease
(BCC pdf p.22)
TRUE or FALSE
When inserting a foley catheter, advance the catheter for another one to two inches once urine is observed
TRUE
(BCC pdf p.30A)
Compute the total calories:
23 grams of Proteins; 20 grams of Carbohydrates; 12 grams of Fats
280 calories
Carbs- 4cal/g; Protein- 4cal/g; Fats- 9cal/g
(BCC pdf. p51-54)
________________ is movement applied to a joint solely by another person
Passive Range of Motion/ Passive ROM
(BCC pdf p.36)
There should be about ________ finger breadths or ________ inches between the axilla and the tip of the crutch.
2-3 finger breadths
1 to 1.5 inches
(BCC pdf p.18A)
What is the difference between POLYURIA and ANURIA?
Polyuria- Excessive amount of urine production in excess of 2.5 liters over a 24 hour period of time
Anuria- Severely scant amount of urine less than 50 mLs in a 24-hour period of time
(BCC pdf p.29A)
Compute for the total calories:
23 grams of Carbohydrates; 18 grams of Proteins; 7 grams of Fats
227 calories
Carbs- 4cal/g; Protein- 4cal/g; Fats- 9cal/g
(BCC pdf. p51-54)
Type of Assistance
The patient can perform 50% of the mobility task
Moderate Assistance
(BCC pdf p.35)