Basic Care and Comfort NCLEX Practice Test Answers and Rationale
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1. Answer D. Exercise is important to keep the joints and muscles functioning and to prevent secondary complications. Using the overhead trapeze prevents hazards of immobility by permitting movement in bed and strengthening of the upper extremities in preparation for ambulation. Sitting in a wheelchair would require too great hip flexion... Continue Reading
Basic Care and Comfort NCLEX Practice Test
1. Nurse Jessie is caring for an elderly woman who has had a fractured hip repaired. In the first few days following the surgical repair, which of the following nursing measures will best facilitate the resumption of activities for this client?
a. arranging for the wheelchair
b. asking her family to visit
c. assisting her to sit out of bed in a chair... Continue Reading


