A nurse is providing information to a client about durable power of attorney. The nurse should include that durable power of attorney is enforceable under which of the following conditions?

The client is incapable of providing self-care.

The client is unable to express their wishes.

The client is terminally ill.

The client has refused treatment

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

A.   While durable power of attorney may come into effect if the client becomes incapacitated, it specifically pertains to healthcare decision-making rather than self- care activities.
B.   Durable power of attorney for healthcare decisions is enforceable when the client is unable to make or communicate their own healthcare decisions.
C.   Terminal illness may be a factor in the decision-making process, but durable power of attorney is not contingent upon terminal illness.
D.   Refusal of treatment is a separate issue from durable power of attorney and does not directly relate to the enforceability of a healthcare proxy.

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Sterile gloves are not necessary for collecting sputum specimens. Clean gloves are typically sufficient.

B. Sputum specimens should be collected in a sterile container to prevent contamination.
C. Early morning specimens are preferred due to increased sputum production from the overnight accumulation of secretions.
D. Mouthwash may contain substances that interfere with sputum culture results, so specimens should be collected before mouthwash use.

A. Two-point alternating gait B. Swing-through gait C. Four-point alternating gait D. Three-point gait

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. This gait involves both crutches advancing simultaneously followed by both legs.

B. This gait involves swinging both legs and crutches forward at the same time.

C. This gait involves alternating movement of each crutch and leg, providing more stability but may be difficult for a client with limited weight-bearing on one leg.
D. In this gait, the client advances both crutches and the affected leg simultaneously, followed by the unaffected leg.

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