The nurse is caring for a client who has suffered a severe trauma with pelvic and femur fractures. Because the injuries can lead to shock, the nurse should plan for which treatment?
1. Endotracheal intubation
2. Multiple transfusions
3. Application of femur and pelvic splints
4. Pneumatic antishock garment (PASG)
Question 2
The nurse is caring for a client in the ICU who is experiencing shock. The nurse notes that the client appears to be confused and is not sleeping well. What should the nurse do to help this client?
1. Keep the lights on to orient the client.
2. Plan care so that there is someone in the room every hour.
3. Encourage family members to sit at the bedside and touch the client.
4. Ask the physician for sleeping pills.
Various types of fractures.
To increase pressure using body weight, lean on your client.
Fractures
Removing the sheet from underneath the client.
Principles of Pediatric Nursing: Caring for Children (Ball et al.)