The Primary Rationale for Why a Nurse Moves a Patient

question 29

Multiple Choice

The primary rationale for why a nurse moves a patient slowly from a sitting to a standing position is because of the potential for:

• A) Fatigue
• B) Muscle injury
• C) Sensory disorientation
• D) Orthostatic hypotension

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Definitions:

Basement Membrane

A thin, dense layer of extracellular matrix that underlies the epithelium and separates it from underlying tissue.

Epithelium

A layer of cells covering the body surfaces and lining internal organs and various glands, serving protective, sensory, and absorptive functions.

Dense Connective Tissue

A type of connective tissue with high tensile strength, composed mainly of collagen fibers, providing support and protection to various body structures.

Cartilage

A flexible, connective tissue found in various forms in the vertebrate body, including joints, rib cage, ear, nose, and throat, providing support and facilitating movement.