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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. Creating advance directives to donate organs is not a primary purpose of advance directives.

B. Naming a sibling as a designee in a durable power of attorney for health care is a valid choice for appointing a healthcare proxy.

C. Advance directives do not require approval from an attorney.

D. A family member does not need to witness the client's signature on a living will.

A. Rapid chewing B. Increased hunger C. Garbled voice D. Sneezing

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

Rationale:

A. Rapid chewing is not a manifestation of dysphagia.

B. Increased hunger is not a manifestation of dysphagia.

C. A garbled voice can be a manifestation of dysphagia, as it may indicate difficulty swallowing or speaking.

D. Sneezing is not a manifestation of dysphagia.

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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?

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