A nurse is working with a nursing student to care for several clients who have musculoskeletal injuries. The nurse should identify which of the following functions of the musculoskeletal system? (Select All that Apply)

Choice A Reason: I will call your provider so we can discuss it

While this response shows the nurse’s willingness to involve the healthcare provider, it does not directly address the client’s concern about their ability to manage the prosthesis. It is important to provide immediate reassurance and encouragement to the client, which this response lacks.

Choice B Reason: What are you thinking that you would like to do?

This response is open-ended and encourages the client to express their feelings and thoughts. While it is a good approach to understand the client’s perspective, it does not provide the immediate reassurance and encouragement that the client needs to feel confident about managing the prosthesis.

Choice C Reason: You have the right to refuse if you don’t think you can do this

This response acknowledges the client’s autonomy but may inadvertently reinforce their doubts and fears about managing the prosthesis. It is important to encourage and support the client rather than focusing on their right to refuse.

Choice D Reason: Many clients your age are able to adjust surprisingly well to a prosthesis

This response is the most appropriate as it provides reassurance and encouragement to the client. By sharing that many clients of a similar age have successfully adjusted to a prosthesis, the nurse helps to build the client’s confidence and reduce their anxiety about managing the new situation. This positive reinforcement can be very motivating for the client.

Choice A Reason:

This option suggests removing the mask before removing gloves. However, the correct procedure is to remove gloves first, followed by the mask, to prevent contamination from the gloves to the face.

Choice B Reason:

This is the correct answer. Medical masks should be discarded after each use to prevent contamination and ensure effectiveness. Reusing masks can lead to the spread of pathogens.

Choice C Reason:

While positioning the mask correctly is important, the statement contains an error. The flexible metal piece should be at the top of the mask, not the bottom.

Choice D Reason:

Touching the front of the mask while wearing it is incorrect as it can lead to contamination. The front of the mask is considered contaminated, and touching it can transfer pathogens to the hands.