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kaitlin lawrence
on Oct 09, 2024
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A nursing student is assisting with ambulation of a blind patient.The patient has hemiplegia of the right side.The best position for the student nurse to assume when ambulating is by standing on the patient's _____ side and walking a half step _____ the patient.
A) left; ahead
B) right; ahead
C) left; behind
D) right; behind
Hemiplegia
A condition resulting in paralysis on one side of the body, often due to a stroke or brain injury.
Ambulation
The ability to walk from place to place independently with or without an assistive device.
- Comprehend suitable methods of communication for individuals experiencing sensory limitations.
- Execute changes to the environment to control sensory inputs for patients.
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Learning Objectives
- Comprehend suitable methods of communication for individuals experiencing sensory limitations.
- Execute changes to the environment to control sensory inputs for patients.