When assessing muscle strength, the nurse observes that a patient has complete range of motion against gravity with full resistance. What grade of muscle strength should the nurse record using a 0- to 5-point scale?

During a cardiovascular assessment of an 80-year-old adult, a nurse should consider which of the following as expected findings?

The nurse stands behind the client and whispers "5-B-6." This technique is used to assess which of the following Cranial Nerves?

The nurse is teaching a class on preventing osteoporosis to a group of perimenopausal women.
Which of these actions is the best way to prevent or delay bone loss in this group?

The nurse is testing the function of CN XI. Which statement best describes the response the nurse should expect if this nerve is intact? The patient.

To enhance muscle relaxation prior to an abdominal examination the nurse would

​​​​​​​The nurse is performing a physical assessment on a newly admitted patient. Select subjective or objective for the findings below.

A patient states, "I can hear a crunching or grating sound when I kneel." She also states that "it is very difficult to get out of bed in the morning because of stiffness and pain in my joints." The nurse should assess for signs of what problem?

The nurse is reviewing concepts of cultural aspects of pain. Which statement is true regarding pain?

When assessing muscle strength, the nurse observes that a patient has complete range of motion against gravity with full resistance. What grade of muscle strength should the nurse record using a 0- to 5-point scale?

The nurse is reviewing a patient's medical record and notes that he is in a coma. Using the Glasgow Coma Scale, which number indicates that the patient is in a coma?