Author Question: The nurse is aware of the role that heat can play in the treatment of pain and often recommends the ... (Read 90 times)

kamilo84 · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

The nurse is aware of the role that heat can play in the treatment of pain and often recommends the use of heating pads or warm water soaks. For which of the following patients are these treatments most likely contraindicated?

A) An 80-year-old patient with painful bunions and a history of peripheral vascular disease.
B) A 77-year-old patient who experiences nighttime cramping and has a history of congestive heart failure.
C) A 90-year-old who has a diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis and consequently inflamed joints.
D) An 82-year-old who has osteoporosis and a pressure ulcer on the bony prominence over her thoracic spine.

Question 2

Which of the following is a prerequisite for self-care?

A) Instruction
B) Desire
C) Evaluation
D) Connection

micaelaswann · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
Feedback:
Heat application is contraindicated in persons with peripheral vascular disease. The other cited health problems do not preclude heat treatment.

Answer to Question 2

B
Feedback:
The prerequisites for self-care are skill, desire, and ability. Although connection is an element of the holistic model, it is not one of the three fundamental prerequisites for self-care, nor is instruction or evaluation.