and Comfort Questions and Answers

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HESI/Saunders Module 7: Basic Care

and Comfort Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified

Which action by the nurse best promotes rest for a hospitalized client at night?

• Leaving the hallway lights on

✔✔B. Reducing noise levels and dimming the lights

• Encouraging family members to stay overnight
• Providing caffeinated beverages before bedtime

Which intervention should the nurse implement to prevent foot drop in an immobilized client?

• Apply warm compresses to the feet
• Place the client in Trendelenburg position

✔✔C. Use a footboard or high-top shoes

• Encourage ankle bracelets for circulation

A client on bed rest reports dry, itchy skin. Which intervention is best?

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✔✔B. Apply unscented moisturizer after bathing

• Use hot water for cleansing
• Avoid all soap products

Which activity is considered active range-of-motion?

• The nurse moves the client’s arm for them

✔✔B. The client independently flexes and extends the arm

• The nurse positions pillows for alignment
• The nurse places compression stockings on the client

A client with weakness requires assistance to ambulate. Which device should the nurse use first?

• Wheelchair
• Walker with wheels

✔✔C. Gait belt

• Crutches

The nurse is preparing to reposition a client with a spinal cord injury. Which technique is correct? 2 / 4

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• Pull the client up quickly by the arms

✔✔B. Logroll the client as a unit with assistance

• Use only one nurse to avoid confusion
• Elevate the head of the bed during repositioning

Which measure best prevents skin breakdown in a bedridden client?

• Encourage fluids only

✔✔B. Reposition the client every 2 hours

• Apply restraints for safety
• Limit use of pillows

Which statement indicates correct use of a cane?

• "I will hold the cane on my weak side."

✔✔B. "I will hold the cane on my strong side."

• "I will place the cane behind me when walking."
• "I will move the cane at the same time as my strong leg."

A nurse is teaching a client about proper body mechanics. Which instruction is correct? 3 / 4

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• Bend at the waist when lifting
• Keep feet close together when lifting

✔✔C. Bend at the knees and keep back straight

• Twist while lifting to save energy

The nurse is caring for a client with urinary incontinence. Which intervention is best to maintain skin integrity?

• Restrict fluids

✔✔B. Cleanse perineal area promptly after each episode

• Apply powder to absorb moisture
• Avoid repositioning to limit discomfort

Which position is best for a client experiencing shortness of breath?

• Supine with legs elevated

✔✔B. High Fowler’s position

• Prone with head turned
• Sims’ position
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