While reviewing the client's medical record, the nurse learns the ...

[swpotter12]

While reviewing the client's medical record, the nurse learns the client has atelectasis. Which statement indicates an appropriate understanding of this term?
 
  1. The lung has partially collapsed.
  2. A lobe of the lung has collapsed.
  3. Air sacs within the lung have collapsed.
  4. A complete collapse of the lung has occurred.

Question 2

After fitting the sleeve of the sequential compression device onto the client's legs, which action should the nurse take next?
 
  1. Documenting the procedure
  2. Turning the machine on
  3. Connecting the sleeve to the control unit
  4. Adjusting the alarms

[stallen]

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 3

Atelectasis describes the collapse of air sacs. A partial or complete collapse of the lung or a lobe of the lung would be pneumothorax.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 3

The sleeves should be placed before connecting to the unit to prevent kinking of the tubing. Once the sleeves are in place, the tubing should be connected, the alarms set, and then the unit can be turned on. After the unit begins to cycle, the nurse should document the application of the device.

[swpotter12]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[nanny]

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