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 C

Explanation

A) This is part of proper body mechanics but not the first action when repositioning a client.
B) Proper body mechanics involve pivoting rather than twisting the spine but is not the first action when repositioning a client.
C) Adjusting the bed height ensures the nurse is working at an optimal level to prevent strain during the repositioning process.
D) Engaging core muscles is important for stability during lifting and repositioning but is not the first action to take.

A. A client was prescribed a medication they were allergic to, but the prescription was canceled before the medication was given B. A client fell out of bed and fractured their hip. C. A client was almost given another client's medication D. A client had bowel surgery and died from sepsis.

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A) This is a medication error, but since it was intercepted before harm occurred, it does not qualify as a sentinel event.

B) While a fall resulting in a fracture is serious, it is not classified as a sentinel event unless the fall results in death, permanent harm, or significant temporary harm.
C) This is a near-miss medication error, which is important to report and investigate but does not meet the criteria for a sentinel event.
D) A sentinel event is an unexpected occurrence involving death or serious physical or psychological injury, or the risk thereof. Death from sepsis following surgery would qualify as a sentinel event.

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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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Correct Answer is D

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