The nurse performing a postpartum assessment on a client elicits ...

[kwoodring]

The nurse performing a postpartum assessment on a client elicits the Homan's sign. For what condition is the nurse assessing?
 
  A) Thrombophlebitis
  B) Urinary distention
  C) Soft, boggy uterus
  D) Hematoma

Question 2

A 90-year-old client with carcinoma of the prostate complains of severe, excruciating
  pain in his lower limbs and hips. The attending physician has prescribed heavy doses of
  narcotics to relieve the pain.
 
  Which must the nurse keep in mind when caring for the
  client?
  A) Client may have an increased concern of drug abuse and dependency
  B) Pain in the client may suddenly increase, indicating impending death
  C) Client may be allowed to self-administer narcotics, if he is capable of doing it
  D) Alternative therapies such as homeopathy and herbal remedies are avoided

[firehawk60]

Answer to Question 1

A
Feedback:
Pain behind the knee on flexion of the feet indicates a positive Homans' sign and suggests thrombophlebitis. The nurse would palpate the bladder for a rounded bulge in the suprapubic region, which indicates distention, and palpate the fundus to determine if the uterus is soft or boggy. A hematoma is a complication that may be observed at the site of an episiotomy.

Answer to Question 2

C

[kwoodring]

Thank you

[firehawk60]

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