Sims position - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Radiology Exam Review (Appleton/Lange) ARRT The junction of the transverse colon and the descending colon forms the (A) hepatic flexure. (B) splenic flexure. (C) transverse flexure. (D) singmoid flexure. (Ballinger & Frank, vol 2, p 89) - ANSWER (B) splenic flexure. All of the following statements regarding respiratory structures are true except (A) The right lung has two lobes. (B) The uppermost portion of the lung is the apex. (C) Each lung is en...

Exam 3: NSG3100 / NSG 3100 (Latest 2024 / 2025 Update) Fundamental Concepts & Skills for Nursing Practice I Review| Questions and Verified Answers | 100% Correct | Grade A - Galen Question: Causes of constipation Answer: irregular bowel habits, low fiber diet or high in animal fats, chronic use of laxatives, ignoring the urge to defecate, hemorrhoids, chronic use of laxatives Question: Correct use of laxatives Answer: Use them only for a few days Question: Administratio...

Excelsior School NUR 105/Nursing 105 Exam 2 with answers NUR105_M4EQ0077 1.25 points possible (graded, results hidden) Ten minutes after starting a transfusion of packed red cells the patient reports back pain. The RN notes an oral temperature of 101.3° F and a heart rate of 114 beats per minute. What is the RN’s priority response? Obtain an ECG. Flush the IV line with normal saline. Notify the physician. Discontinue the transfusion. submitted You have used 1 of 1 attempt ...

Where do you find an adult apical pulse? - Left 5th intercostal rib mid clavicular A patient initially weighs 200 lbs, but on the 2nd day of admission the patient weighed 209 lbs, what should the nurse evaluate the patient for? - Fluid retention In preparation for a rectal exam of non ambulatory patient w/ arthritis in both hips, patient exam in which position? - Sims position Subjective data - feelings, perceptions, reported symptoms

A 74-year-old client has kyphosis and is reporting discomfort of the cervical vertebrate. Which nursing intervention is most appropriate? contacting the primary health care provider placing a small towel under the neck administering a muscle relaxer positioning the client on the stomach correct answers placing a small towel under the neck Explanation: Kyphotic changes can cause pressure on cervical vertebrae when someone is in a supine position. Effects of this can be minimized b...

NMNC 1135 Exam 1 Questions & Answers 2024/2025 What is the proper position to use for an unresponsive patient during oral care to prevent aspiration? (Select all that apply.) a. Prone position b. Sims' position c. Semi-Fowler's position with head to side d. Trendelenburg position e. Supine position - ANSWERSb,c The student nurse is teaching a family member the importance of foot care for his or her mother, who has diabetes. Which safety precautions are important for the family...

NHA CCMA Review 2024/25 What is the proper position for a patient who is receive a rectal temperature measurement? - ANSWER Sims' A patient has been diagnosed with COPD. Upon observation, her skin shows signs of being cyanotic and is cold to the touch. Which of the following vial signs would be expected to be out of range? - ANSWER Respirations Which artery is routinely used in performing a manual blood pre...

1. A client is being prepared for a thoracentesis. The nurse should assist the client to which position for the procedure? 1. Lying in bed on the affected side 2. Lying in bed on the unaffected side 3. Sims' position with the head of the bed flat 4. Prone with the head turned to the side and supported by a pillow Correct answer: 2 Rationale: To facilitate removal of fluid from the chest, the client is positioned sitting at the edge of the bed leaning over the bedside table, with the fee...

Saunders Diagnostic Testing Questions 1. A client is being prepared for a thoracentesis. The nurse should assist the client to which position for the procedure? Rationale: To facilitate removal of fluid from the chest, the client is positioned sitting at the edge of the bed leaning over the bedside table, with the feet supported on a stool; or lying in bed on the unaffected side with the head of the bed elevated 30 to 45 degrees. The prone and Sims' positions are inappropriate positions f...

The nurse is preparing to perform an abdominal assessment on a client. Which position would best accommodate this assessment? A) SIMS B) Supine C) High Fowler's D) Prone Correct Answer-B) Supine What is the best practice for the nurse to use to promote infection control in the hospital? A) Practice hand hygiene by washing with soap and water and/or alcohol-based rubs. B) Avoid touching any object in the hospital, including door knobs. C) Avoid contact with soiled linen by asking t...