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A patient with chest trauma is admitted to the ICU. The nurse notes the patient's chest and neck are swollen and there is a crackling sensation when palpated. The nurse knows the patient has subcutaneous emphysema.
 
  If this condition becomes severe, what treatment is most likely indicated?
  A) A chest tube
  B) A tracheostomy
  C) An endotracheal tube
  D) A feeding tube

Question 2

Why does the nurse take special precautions when administering a rectal suppository to an older patient?
 
  A) Circulation to the bowel is increased
  B) The time for melting may be prolonged
  C) Fecal impaction is likely and will interfere
  D) The patient may try to expel it before it melts


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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

B
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Circulation to the bowel is decreased, and the body temperature is lower in many elderly patients. This tends to lengthen the time needed for a suppository to melt. Fecal impaction and patient resistance may be problems regardless of the patient's age.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Wow, this really help

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