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A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client about the use of a quad cane. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?

"I should move my stronger leg forward before moving my weaker leg."

"I will hold the cane on my stronger side."

"I will move the cane forward 18 inches."

“I should wear shoes with smooth soles to help slide my weak leg forward."

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

Rationale:

A. Moving the stronger leg forward before moving the weaker leg is incorrect and may increase the risk of falls.

B. Holding the cane on the stronger side provides support and stability while walking.

C. Moving the cane forward 18 inches is incorrect and may increase the risk of falls.

D. Wearing shoes with smooth soles may decrease traction and increase the risk of falls.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

Rationale:

A. Holding an object away from the body may increase the strain on the back muscles and increase the risk of injury.

B. Tightening the abdominal muscles helps provide support for the back and reduces the risk of injury.

C. Bending at the waist can strain the back muscles and increase the risk of injury. The correct technique is to bend at the knees and hips while keeping the back straight.

D. Keeping legs straight while lifting can increase the strain on the back muscles and increase the risk of injury. The correct technique is to bend at the knees and hips while keeping the back straight.

A. Open the outside cover of the sterile kit and remove the dust cover B. Grasp the outermost flap of the sterile kit while opening away from the body. C. Prepare a dry work surface above the waist level D. Open the innermost lower flap of the sterile kit while standing away from the sterile field E. Open each side flap of the sterile kit individually while pulling to the side

Correct Answer is C,A,B,D,E

Explanation

A. Opening the outside cover of the sterile kit and removing the dust cover exposes the sterile supplies within the kit.
B. Grasping the outermost flap of the sterile kit while opening away from the body helps maintain the sterility of the contents within the kit.

C. Preparing a dry work surface above the waist level ensures that the sterile field is established at a proper height and that the nurse's hands are at the appropriate level for working within the sterile field.
D. Opening the innermost lower flap of the sterile kit while standing away from the sterile field allows the nurse to access the sterile supplies without contaminating the sterile field.
E. Opening each side flap of the sterile kit individually while pulling to the side further establishes the sterile field and provides access to the sterile supplies.

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