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charchew

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The patient has been in skeletal traction for external fixation of his femur for 2 days. Suddenly, he calls the nurse complaining of chest pain and shortness of breath.
 
  The nurse notes that the patient appears anxious, and that his pulse and respirations are elevated. She should do which of the following? (Select all that apply.) a. Massage the lower extremity
  b. Elevate the head of the bed
  c. Administer oxygen
  d. Notify the physician

Question 2

MC You proceed to catheterize Mrs. Franks. After placing the sterile absorbent pad under the client, what is the next action?
 
  A. Place outer white wrap under the client's buttocks.
  B. Put on sterile gloves.
  C. Open sterile catheter package.
  D. Pour antiseptic solution over cotton balls.


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l.stuut

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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B, C, D
If symptoms of pulmonary embolus are evident, elevate the head of the bed (if conscious), administer oxygen, and notify the physician immediately. Do not massage the lower extremity.

Answer to Question 2

B


charchew

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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Gracias!

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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