Author Question: A nurse plans care for a client with lower back pain from a work-related injury. Which intervention ... (Read 120 times)

fasfsadfdsfa

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 554
A nurse plans care for a client with lower back pain from a work-related injury. Which intervention should the nurse include in this client's plan of care?
 
  a. Encourage the client to stretch the back by reaching toward the toes.
  b. Massage the affected area with ice twice a day.
  c. Apply a heating pad for 20 minutes at least four times daily.
  d. Advise the client to avoid warm baths or showers.

Question 2

A nurse promotes the prevention of lower back pain by teaching clients at a community center. Which instruction should the nurse include in this education?
 
  a. Participate in an exercise program to strengthen muscles.
  b. Purchase a mattress that allows you to adjust the firmness.
  c. Wear flat instead of high-heeled shoes to work each day.
  d. Keep your weight within 20 of your ideal body weight.



zogaridan

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 328
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Heat increases blood flow to the affected area and promotes healing of injured nerves. Stretching and ice will not promote healing, and there is no need to avoid warm baths or showers.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Exercise can strengthen back muscles, reducing the incidence of low back pain. The other options will not prevent low back pain.



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question


 

Did you know?

Sildenafil (Viagra®) has two actions that may be of consequence in patients with heart disease. It can lower the blood pressure, and it can interact with nitrates. It should never be used in patients who are taking nitrates.

Did you know?

In Eastern Europe and Russia, interferon is administered intranasally in varied doses for the common cold and influenza. It is claimed that this treatment can lower the risk of infection by as much as 60–70%.

Did you know?

Urine turns bright yellow if larger than normal amounts of certain substances are consumed; one of these substances is asparagus.

Did you know?

Your skin wrinkles if you stay in the bathtub a long time because the outermost layer of skin (which consists of dead keratin) swells when it absorbs water. It is tightly attached to the skin below it, so it compensates for the increased area by wrinkling. This happens to the hands and feet because they have the thickest layer of dead keratin cells.

Did you know?

According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, more than 50 million Americans have some kind of food allergy. Food allergies affect between 4 and 6% of children, and 4% of adults, according to the CDC. The most common food allergies include shellfish, peanuts, walnuts, fish, eggs, milk, and soy.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library