ATI RN
ATI Medical Surgical 2 Final 2024 Assessment Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is educating coworkers about how to minimize back strain and avoid repeated episodes of low back pain. Which of the following strategies should the nurse include? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,D,E
Rationale: Avoiding prolonged sitting (
A) reduces pressure on the spine, promoting better posture and reducing strain. Sleeping in a side-lying position with flexed knees (
D) maintains spinal alignment, reducing back stress. Padded shoe insoles (E) improve foot support and body alignment, decreasing back strain. Sleeping on a soft mattress (
B) is incorrect as it may cause spinal misalignment. Applying heat for 10 minutes every hour (
C) is not a standard preventive measure and may not be practical.
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