A nurse is assisting with teaching a class about the skeletal muscle. Which of the following should the nurse identify as the function of the skeletal muscle?

Skeletal muscles enable the heart to contract with each heartbeat.

Skeletal muscles enable the bronchioles to dilate in the lungs

Skeletal muscles enable the bladder to contract during voiding

Skeletal muscles enable a hand to contract and form a fist.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

A) This function is carried out by cardiac muscle, not skeletal muscle.

B)   This function is controlled by smooth muscle in the bronchioles, not skeletal muscle.
C)   Bladder contraction is primarily controlled by smooth muscle in the bladder wall, not skeletal muscle.
D)   Skeletal muscles are responsible for voluntary movements, including gripping and making a fist.

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A) Urine retention is a common symptom of bladder outlet obstruction but in this case assessing the patient for a urinary tract infection is the priority.

B) While proteinuria can indicate kidney dysfunction, it's not directly related to urinary retention.
C) This refers to bladder dysfunction due to neurological causes and may not be directly related to urinary retention in an immobile client.
D) Immobility can increase the risk of urinary tract infections Urinary retention can lead to urinary tract infection (UTI) due to bacterial growth in the stagnant urine. The nurse should monitor the client for signs and symptoms of UTI, such as fever, chills, dysuria, hematuria, and foul-smelling urine.

A. Muscle mass B. Joint flexibility C. Bone density D. Muscle strength

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A) Passive range of motion exercises do not directly increase muscle mass.

B) Passive range of motion exercises aim to maintain or improve joint flexibility and prevent contractures in clients who are unable to move independently.
C) Passive range of motion exercises do not directly impact bone density.

D) Passive range of motion exercises do not directly increase muscle strength.

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A nurse is assisting with teaching a class about the skeletal muscle. Which of the following should the nurse identify as the function of the skeletal muscle?

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