Author Question: The nurse suspects a client, recovering from hip replacement surgery, is experiencing an infection ... (Read 79 times)

jjjetplane · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

The nurse suspects a client, recovering from hip replacement surgery, is experiencing an infection when which of the following is assessed?

1. Client using crutches to ambulate
2. Blood pressure 110/68 mmHg
3. Pain with movement
4. Foot intact to sensation and motion

Question 2

A client is diagnosed with peptic ulcer disease caused by NSAID use. Which of the following would be indicated for this client?

1. Antibiotic therapy
2. Treatment similar to a client with peptic ulcer disease
3. Preparation for surgery
4. Insertion of a nasogastric tube for gastric lavage

marict · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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Evidence of an infection in the joint of a client recovering from hip replacement surgery includes erythema, edema, drainage, and tenderness over the joint; persistent pain in the joint with movement; and narrowing of the joint space upon x-ray. Using crutches to ambulate would not indicate an infection in the operative site. A blood pressure of 110/68 mmHg is within normal limits. The foot being intact to sensation and motion would indicate the limb is receiving sufficient blood and oxygenation.

Answer to Question 2

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For clients diagnosed with peptic ulcer disease caused by NSAID use, the anti-inflammatory medication should be discontinued and the client should receive treatment similar to that of peptic ulcer disease. Surgery is not indicated. Antibiotics are not indicated. Gastric lavage is not indicated.