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NUR 304 ( LATEST 2024 / 2025 ) TEST 2 | A SOLVED 100% CORRECT
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NUR 304 Test 21. what is the supine/flat position used for?
Answer
sleeping, perineal care for men, patients who are hypotensive
2. what is the semi-fowlers position used for?
Answer
(head of the bed raised approximately 30-45 degrees)
patients receiving oral care and for gastric tube feedings to prevent aspiration
3. what is the fowler's position used for?
Answer
(head of the bed is at 45-90 degrees - bed may be raised at the knee)
while patient is eating, during nasogastric tube insertion and nasotracheal suction, promote lung
expansion = eases difficult breathing
4. what is the trendelenburg position used for?
Answer
(entire bed frame tilted with head of bed down)
facilitates venous return in patient with poor peripheral perfusion
5. what is reverse trendelenburg used for?
Answer
(feet are lower down) used infrequently, prevent esophageal reflux
6. what does functional status describe?
Answer
the ability to physically perform ADLs and be independant - mostly used for older adults
, 7. factors influencing hygiene
Answer
-social practices
-body image
-health beliefs and motivation
-developmental stage
-personal preferences
-socioeconomic status
-cultural variables
-physical condition
8. what are the three layers of the skin
Answer
epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous
9. epidermis
Answer
shield underlying tissue
10. dermis
Answer
contain bundles of collagen, nerve fibers, blood vessels, sweat glands, sebaceous glands, and
hair follicles
11. subcutaneous
Answer
contains blood vessels, nerves, lymph, and loose connective tissue filled with fat cells
12. callus
Answer
sole of foot shows thickened epidermis
13. corns
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