Which clinical data noted by the nurse during the shift ...

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Which clinical data noted by the nurse during the shift assessment indicate the pediatric client may be experiencing compartment syndrome? Select all that apply.
 
  1. Pink, warm extremity
  2. Dorsalis pedis pulse present
  3. Prolonged capillary refill time
  4. Pain not relieved by pain medication
  5. Paresthesia of the leg

Question 2

Which concepts will the nurse use when conducting client teaching to a family regarding Dietary Reference Intake (DRI) in the United States (U.S.)? Select all that apply.
 
  1. Estimated Average Requirement (EAR)
  2. Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA)
  3. Adequate Intake (AI)
  4. Upper Intake (UI)
  5. Reference Nutrient Intake (RNI)

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Answer to Question 1

3, 4, 5
Explanation:
1. Pink, warm extremity is a normal finding post fracture reduction.
2. A present dorsalis pedis pulse would be a normal finding post fracture reduction.
3. A prolonged capillary refill time is a sign of compartment syndrome.
4. A prolonged capillary refill time with loss of paresthesia and pain not relieved by medication are signs of compartment syndrome.
5. Paresthesia is tingling and numbness of the affected extremity and is a sign of compartment syndrome.

Answer to Question 2

1, 2, 3, 4
Explanation:
1. The nurse includes information on EAR when discussing DRI with a U.S. family.
2. The nurse includes RDA when discussing EAR with a U.S. family.
3. The nurse includes AI when discussing EAR with a U.S. family.
4. The nurse includes UI when discussing EAR with a U.S. family.
5. The nurse would not include RNI when discussing EAR with a U.S. family. This is a concept used in other countries, not in the U.S.