The Nurse Is Evaluating the Body Alignment of a Patient

question 36

Multiple Choice

The nurse is evaluating the body alignment of a patient in the sitting position.In this position

• A) The body weight is directly on the buttocks only.
• B) Both feet are supported on the floor with ankles flexed.
• C) The edge of the seat is in contact with the popliteal space.
• D) The arms hang comfortably at the sides.

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Definitions:

Decreased Cardiac Output

A condition characterized by the heart's inability to pump an adequate volume of blood to meet the body's needs, leading to symptoms such as fatigue and shortness of breath.

Decreased Cardiac Perfusion

A condition where there is reduced blood flow through the heart's arteries, which can compromise heart tissue oxygenation.

Decreased Cardiac Output

A reduction in the amount of blood the heart pumps through the circulatory system per minute.

Dyspnea

The sensation of breathing difficulty or discomfort, often described as shortness of breath.