The nurse is preparing a client with a fractured femur for discharge. Which piece of equipment should be taught to the client prior to discharge?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Crutches are taught for a fractured femur discharge, enabling non-weight-bearing mobility to protect healing walkers or canes allow weight, wheelchairs limit independence. Nurses train clients on crutch use, ensuring safety and strength, supporting recovery and home transition.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Oatmeal, apple juice, and dry toast with coffee show low-sodium, heart-healthy choices for hypertension cornflakes with milk, bacon, and ham are sodium-rich. Nurses reinforce this, reducing cardiovascular strain, supporting BP control through diet.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: A Glasgow Coma Scale drop from 14 to 11 signals worsening neurological status in a closed head injury, indicating rising intracranial pressure (ICP) urine output (150mL/4hrs), headache, and BP (130/80) are less acute. Nurses report this promptly, as it may require imaging or intervention to prevent herniation in this critical condition.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Pursed-lip breathing during activity prolongs exhalation, reducing air trapping in COPD caffeine overstimulates, supine worsens dyspnea, and bronchodilators aid exercise. Nurses teach this technique, improving oxygenation, essential for managing chronic respiratory disease.