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 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.

A. Orthostatic hypotension increases a client's risk of a pulmonary emboli B. Orthostatic hypotension increases a client's risk of a fall. C. Orthostatic hypotension is indicated by a decrease in systolic blood pressure of 10 mm Hg. D. Orthostatic hypotension is indicated by a decrease in diastolic blood pressure of 5 mm Hg.

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A) Orthostatic hypotension primarily affects blood pressure regulation and is not directly related to the risk of pulmonary emboli.
B) Orthostatic hypotension can cause dizziness and fainting upon standing, increasing the risk of falls.
C) Orthostatic hypotension is typically indicated by a decrease in systolic blood pressure of 20 mm Hg or more.
D) Orthostatic hypotension is primarily diagnosed based on changes in systolic blood pressure, not diastolic blood pressure.

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