Nurs-1512 Exam 1 With 142 Correct Questions And Answers (2024 Update)

The nurse is preparing to administer an enema to an adult patient who has normal sphincter control. For administration of the enema, the patient is placed in which position? a. Right side-lying b. Dorsal recumbent c. Sims' d. Prone {Ans: c. Sims'}A patient is admitted with the diagnosis of pediculosis capitis (head lice). Proper treatment for this condition would include which of the following? (Select all that apply.) a. Use of medicated shampoo or permethrin b. Use of products containing lindane c. Combing the hair with a nit comb for 2 to 3 days after treatment d. Washing linens in cold water for 30 minutes {Ans: A,C}A patient is admitted for constipation. When planning care for this patient, the nurse recognizes that which interventions would help control constipation? (Select all that apply.) a. Increases in activity level b. Elimination of laxative use c. Decreased dietary fiber d. Increased fluids e. Timely response to urge to move bowels {Ans: A,B,D,E}A postoperative patient has been instructed by a nurse about the importance of moving in bed but is still avoiding movement. The nurse should: a. avoid moving the patient until he or she is motivated. b. have family members