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The rehabilitation nurse assesses localized edema around the knee of a patient with paraplegia. The nurse suspects that this is the first sign of __________ _____________.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Question 2

Following delivery of the newborn, the nurse ensures the newborn is immediately:
 
  a. weighed.
  b. warmed.
  c. bathed.
  d. inoculated.



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Answer to Question 1

heterotopic ossification
Heterotopic ossification is a bony growth in joints of spinal cord injury patients that ultimately limits range of motion.

Answer to Question 2

B
Maintenance of body temperature is a primary concern when caring for the newborn.



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