The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Is Recovering

question 16

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a patient who is recovering after hip surgery. The patient requires assistance to use the bathroom because no weight bearing is allowed on the right leg. Which goal is most important for the nurse to include for the diagnosis of toileting self-care deficit?

• A) The patient will demonstrate safe transfer technique between wheelchair and toilet.
• B) The call light will be answered promptly when the patient needs to use the toilet.
• C) Toileting will be scheduled for the early morning when the patient needs to defecate.
• D) Toilet paper and hand-washing items will be kept within easy reach of the patient.

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Definitions:

Endodermal Cell

An endodermal cell is a type of cell originating from the innermost layer of the early embryo, contributing to the formation of the lining of the digestive and respiratory systems.

Stele

The cylinder in the center of roots and stems that contains the vascular tissue; also called vascular cylinder.

Pericycle

A layer of cells found just inside the endodermis in plant roots, involved in the formation of lateral roots and secondary growth.

Endodermis

The innermost layer of cells in the root cortex, serving as a selective barrier that regulates the passage of substances from the soil into the vascular cylinder.