Which of the Following Statements Made by an Adolescent Patient

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements made by an adolescent patient recovering from a sprain would indicate the need for further instruction by the nurse regarding care at home?

• A)"I should put a heating pad on my leg as soon as I get home."
• B)"I should avoid weight bearing on this leg for a couple days."
• C)"I should make sure to keep the ace bandage on my leg."
• D)"I should prop this leg up when I'm sitting in a chair."

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Definitions:

Competitive Conflict

A situation where individuals or groups see their goals as incompatible, leading to opposition or rivalry.

Win-Lose

A conflict resolution outcome where one party's gain is directly correlated with the other party's loss, often resulting in a competitive or adversarial situation.

Collective

A group action taken by individuals working together towards a common goal, often used in social, political, or economic contexts.

Greedy

An excessive or rapacious desire for wealth or possessions, often at the expense of ethical standards or the well-being of others.