Which of These, If Stated by a Patient, Indicates to the Nurse

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which of these, if stated by a patient, indicates to the nurse correct understanding of the primary reason for performing leg exercises when on bedrest?

• A)"Prepare for ambulation."
• B)"Promote urinary and intestinal elimination."
• C)"Prevent thrombophlebitis and blood clot formation."
• D)"Decrease the likelihood of pressure ulcer formation."

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Definitions:

Unemancipated Minor

A minor who is still under the legal control of their parents or guardians and has not been granted autonomy through emancipation.

Mind-Altering Drugs

Substances that can significantly change a person's mood, perception, or brain function.

Emancipation

The legal process by which a minor gains the legal rights of an adult before reaching the age of majority, typically including the ability to enter into contracts and make medical decisions.

Capacity to Contract

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