The Height of a Person Who Is Unable to Stand

question 25

Multiple Choice

The height of a person who is unable to stand is estimated from equations that use:

• A)elbow breadth or wrist circumference.
• B)knee height or full arm span.
• C)head circumference or wrist circumference.
• D)knee height or elbow breadth.
• E)knee height and waist circumference.

Identify the components of AIDET as it applies to nurse-patient communication.

Understand critical thinking standards in nurse-patient communication.

Analyze the effectiveness of different types of responses in patient communication.

Recognize the importance of positive attitude and acknowledgement in patient care.

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Definitions:

Visceral Pericardium

The innermost layer of the pericardium that lies directly on top of the heart; also known as the epicardium.

Fibrous Pericardium

The tough, outer layer of the pericardium that encloses the heart and roots of the great blood vessels, providing protection and anchorage.

Parietal Pericardium

The layer on top of the visceral pericardium.

Blood Pressure

The pressure of circulating blood against the walls of blood vessels, typically measured in the arteries.