Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 68%
Simulated
After a week of bed rest, a client is being assisted to a chair for the first time.The nurse raises the head of the bed and moves the client to a sitting position. What should the nurse implement next?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
After moving the client to a sitting position, the next step the nurse should implement is to determine how the client feels. This allows the nurse to assess for any dizziness, lightheadedness, or other symptoms that may indicate orthostatic hypotension or other issues.