sherpath acute chronic low back pain

The patient with acute low back pain tells that nurse that a new job requires stocking shelves with boxes of equipment. Which information about proper body mechanics should the nurse give the patient?

"Do not lift boxes past the elbows."

The student nurse asks the instructor, "Why are nurses at such great risk for developing low back pain?" Which response by the instructor is correct?

"Nurses often perform a lot of heavy lifting and bending." The physical activities involved in patient care include lifting, turning, and bending. All of these activities can increase the risk for low back pain.

A patient with low back pain is beginning chiropractic therapy. The provider prescribes cyclobenzaprine, 10 mg every eight hours as needed, for muscle stiffness or pain. The medication is available in 5-mg tablets. The patient asks the nurse, "How many of these pills can I take each day?" __

6

The nurse is developing a plan of care for a patient admitted to the hospital with chronic back pain. Which interventions should be included in the plan?

Assess patient's pain level offer hot and cold compress provide pillows while the patient is sleeping

The nurse walks into the room of a patient with low back pain. The patient is packing belongings and preparing for discharge. The nurse notes the patient is leaning forward with the legs straight, picking up shoes off the floor. Which action should the nurse take?

Correct the patient by reminding him or her to bend the knees when leaning forward.

A patient with chronic low back pain is complaining of difficulty sleeping. Which medication would be an appropriate treatment for the patient's complaint?

Duloxetine

Which findings would the nurse expect to note when assessing the lower extremities of a patient with low back pain?

Tense muscle toneTense, firm muscles that do not relax easily are an expected objective finding in a patient with low back pain. Correct Hyperactive reflexesExaggerated reflexes are an expected objective finding in a patient with low back pain. Correct Guarding of the area

The nurse is reviewing the intake forms for a patient with acute low back pain. Which finding is most likely related to the cause of the pain?

Twisted funny while playing volleyball

The nurse is caring for a patient with acute low back pain. Which topics would be included when teaching the patient about management techniques?

safe use of oral opioid medicationsSafe, recommended use of opioid analgesics is effective in managing pain. Correct Attending physical therapy sessionsPhysical therapy can help the patient manage pain and develop techniques to prevent further episodes. Correct Information on complementary therapy