Multiple Choice
The nurse is caring for a patient after a motor vehicle accident and instructs the patient to avoid turning independently because the spine is unstable.Which explanation should the nurse use to explain the purpose of the safeguards in relation to the patient's injury?
A) They prevent a sudden deterioration in vital signs.
B) They keep the neck and spine in straight alignment.
C) They facilitate efficient, comprehensive assessment.
D) They help to maintain straight alignment of the legs.
Correct Answer:
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