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Capo

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The nurse is caring for a client on a mechanical ventilator because of worsening emphysema. Which of the following is a recommended nursing intervention for this client?
 
  A) Place the client in a semi-Fowler's position.
  B) Turn the client from side to side every 2 hours.
  C) Place a pillow under the legs of the client to prevent thrombophlebitis.
  D) Apply warm compresses to the tube entrance site.

Question 2

Which of the following clients would most likely require chronic mechanical ventilation?
 
  A) A client who has a spinal cord injury
  B) A client who has had surgery
  C) A client who experienced a drug overdose
  D) A client who has pneumonia



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Answer to Question 1

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The nurse should assist the client who is on a ventilator to turn from side to side at least every 2 hours. Turning helps to improve lung function and to prevent immobility disorders, such as pressure ulcers or thrombophlebitis.

Answer to Question 2

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Clients may require mechanical ventilation in acute situations, such as surgery, trauma, or drug overdose, and in certain disease processes. Some clients require chronic mechanical ventilation because of neuromuscular disease (e.g., spinal cord injury) or lung disease (e.g., emphysema). Most clients need ventilatory support for short periods and are withdrawn from it as their condition improves.




Capo

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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Wow, this really help


jomama

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

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