A client, recovering from a fractured arm, is scheduled for an x-ray 3 weeks after the injury. The nurse explains to the client that the purpose of this x-ray is to:
1. evaluate the ossification stage of bone healing.
2. determine the presence of a callus.
3. assess if fibroblasts have invaded the fracture site.
4. determine if a hematoma has formed at the fracture site.
Question 2
A client with a urinary tract infection is being discharged with a prescription for ciprofloxacin. The nurse should include which of the following discharge instructions?
1. Do not take within 2 hours of antacid use.
2. Limit fluids.
3. Restrict activity
4. Expect to be nauseated with this medication.
The nurse cares for the postop client in the postanesthesia care unit (PACU).
10 weeks old human embryo
24 weeks old human fetus
Risk for injury
Measuring the client’s blood pressure
Testing client’s ability to identify dull sensation