The Nurse Is Reinforcing Teaching for a Patient Who Has

question 1

Multiple Choice

The nurse is reinforcing teaching for a patient who has had a pacemaker implanted in the right side of the chest. Which patient statement indicates correct understanding of the discharge teaching?

• A)"I may lift 20 pounds safely."
• B)"I may move my arm freely."
• C)"I may resume normal activity in 1 week."
• D)"Grounded microwave ovens may be safely used."

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Definitions:

Punch

An impact tool used to drive out pins, rivets, or shafts, or to scribe/mark components for identification.

Return Stroke

The motion of a piston or lever returning to its original position after completing a pressing or striking action.

TPI

Threads Per Inch; a measure of the fineness of threads in screws, bolts, and other threaded fasteners, indicating how many threads exist in a one-inch length.

Light Angle Iron

A piece of iron or steel formed into a 90-degree angle that is lightweight and used in construction or manufacturing for bracing or framing.