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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Elimination

Question 15 • Nursing Assistant - EL3610

Why is it important to give some patients bedpans?

Answer
A
They are unable to move from bed and need to eliminate.
B
They have abnormal urine caused by medications
C
They cannot use signal lights.
D
They would rather eliminate in private.

Explanation

Some patients are unable to get out of bed safely or at all, but still need to urinate or have a bowel movement. A bedpan lets them eliminate without leaving the bed. The correct choice is “They are unable to move from bed and need to eliminate.”

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