Nursing 321 Exam 1| 298 Questions| With Complete Solutions

High Fowler's correct answer: 90 Degrees Body Mechanics correct answer: The efficient use of the body as a machine and as a means of locomotion Body Alignment correct answer: Permits optimal musculoskeletal balance and operation and promotes physiologic functioning. There should be no undue strain on joints, muscles, tendons or ligaments while balance is maintained Center of Gravity correct answer: In humans, it is the center of the pelvis about midway between the umbilicus and the symphysis pubis. The center of an object's mass Line of Gravity correct answer: Is the vertical line passing through the center of gravity Base of Support correct answer: Is the foundation that provides the object/person's Semi Fowler's correct answer: 45-60 Degrees Low Fowler's correct answer: 30-45 Degrees Foot Cradle correct answer: Frame that keeps linen off feet Kick Pleat correct answer: Prevents shortening of the heel chords Trendelenburg correct answer: Shock position, takes pressure off spinal cord and increases blood flow to brain Objective correct answer: Measurable/quantifiable Subjective correct answer: Information gathered from patient, unmeasurable Nursing Process correct answer: 1.) Assessment 2.) Nursing Diagnosis 3.) Planning 4.) Implementation 5.) Evaluation 6.) Revision of Care Health History correct answer: Gathering of subjective data, first interaction with the client/family Chief Complaint correct answer: Reason for seeking care or admission Cephalocaudal correct answer: Head to toe Review of Systems correct answer: Subjective assessment