Why does a nurse position a patient with an above-the-knee amputation with a delayed prosthetic fitting prone several times a day?

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Why does a nurse position a patient with an above-the-knee amputation with a delayed prosthetic fitting prone several times a day?

A. To prevent flexion contractures B. To assess the posterior skin flap C. To reduce edema in the residual limb D. To relieve pressure on the incision site

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 2 of 5

A patient with OA asks the nurse whether he could try glucosamine and chondroitin for control of his symptoms. The best response by the nurse includes what information?

A. Some patients find these supplements helpful for relieving arthritis pain and improving mobility. B. Although these substances may not help, there is no evidence that they can cause any untoward effects. C. These supplements are a fad that has not been shown to reduce pain or increase joint mobility in patients with OA. D. Only dosages of these supplements available by prescription are high enough to provide any benefit in treatment of OA.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 3 of 5

A patient is seen at the outpatient clinic for a sudden onset of inflammation and severe pain in the great toe. A definitive diagnosis of gouty arthritis is made on the basis of what?

A. A family history of gout B. Elevated urine uric acid levels C. Elevated serum uric acid levels D. Presence of monosodium urate crystals in synovial fluid

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 4 of 5

One criterion identified by the American College of Rheumatology for a diagnosis of fibromyalgia is

A. Fiber atrophy found on muscle biopsy B. Elimination of all other causes of musculoskeletal pain C. The presence of the manifestations of chronic fatigue syndrome D. The elicitation of pain on palpation of at least 11 of 18 identified tender points

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 5 of 5

When assessing cranial nerve XII (Hypoglossal nerve), the nurse should:

A. Observe the patient's tongue for movement, symmetry, and strength. B. Measure the patient's blood pressure. C. Check the patient's visual acuity. D. Inspect the patient's skin for rashes.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

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