The most effective way for a nurse to avoid a lumbosacral spine injury while caring for clients is to:

use a protective back support.

wear properly fitting shoes.

stay in good physical shape.

use mechanical lifting devices.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

A. Protective back supports can be helpful but do not replace the need for proper body mechanics and lifting devices.

B. Proper footwear is important for overall safety but does not directly prevent back injuries related to lifting.

C. Staying in good physical shape helps with overall body strength and endurance but does not eliminate the risk of injury when lifting clients.

D. Mechanical lifting devices are the most effective way to prevent injury while moving or lifting patients, as they reduce the risk of strain on the spine.

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Propranolol 10 mg PO twice a day would not fit this schedule of three doses.

B. Morphine sulfate is ordered every 4 hours as needed, not on a fixed schedule.

C. Metoprolol is scheduled three times a day (1000, 1400, 1800), fitting the described schedule.

D. Cephalexin 500 mg q 4 hours does not match the schedule as it requires dosing every 4 hours, not at the specified times.

A. The cartilage in the joint wears away from constant use and causes pain. B. The body is misinterpreting non-painful stimuli as pain. C. There are crystals in the joint which cause inflammation and pain. D. The body is attacking the joint lining causing inflammation and joint destruction.

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. This description is more characteristic of osteoarthritis, where cartilage wear and tear occur.

B. This explanation is more related to chronic pain syndromes, not specifically RA.

C. The presence of crystals in the joint is a characteristic of gout, not RA.

D. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune condition in which the body’s immune system attacks the synovial lining of the joints, causing inflammation, pain, and eventually joint destruction.

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