Author Question: A client tells the nurse that she is having a series of massages to break up scar tissue created ... (Read 129 times)

darbym82 · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

A client tells the nurse that she is having a series of massages to break up scar tissue created from back surgery which have caused uneven hip and shoulder height. The nurse realizes the type of massages the client is receiving would be:

1. shiatsu.
2. rolfing.
3. therapeutic.
4. relaxation.

Question 2

The nurse is assessing a client for a cardiac thrill. To best assess this thrill, the nurse should do which of the following?

1. Use the ulnar surface of the hand.
2. Use the dorsal aspect of the hand.
3. Use the fingertips.
4. Use a stethoscope.

underwood14 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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Rolfing is a form of deep tissue massage and manipulation to correct body posture. Usually 10 sessions are required to completely restore the body's alignment. Shiatsu is a combination of acupressure, massage, stretching, and joint manipulation to unblock the flow of chi. Therapeutic massage will not break up scar tissue. Relaxation is not a type of massage.

Answer to Question 2

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The ulnar surface of the hand is best for assessing vibrations which would be used to assess for a cardiac thrill. The dorsal aspect of the hand is best for assessing temperature. The fingertips are best for assessing fine sensation. A stethoscope is not used to assess for a cardiac thrill.