The nurse is providing discharge teaching to a new mother. Which of the following statements about the neonate’s sleep patterns is correct?

The nurse elevates the legs of the patient with congestive heart failure who has significant dependent edema. Which rationale does the nurse give the patient for this intervention?

The older adult patient recently diagnosed with a spinal cord injury and limited mobility is referred to a physical therapist to discuss using a wheelchair for increased mobility. The patient asks the nurse, “Do I really have to see the physical therapist? I broke my leg as a kid and used one then.” Which response by the nurse is appropriate?