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jeatrice

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The nurse needs to reposition a patient with a fractured leg. Which action should the nurse take when moving this patient?
 
  1. making sure the extremity is supported distal to the fracture
  2. disconnecting the weights from the balanced traction setup
  3. supporting the extremity above and below the fracture
  4. supporting the leg directly under the fracture

Question 2

The nurse is evaluating the effectiveness of instruction provided to a patient with a newly applied arm cast. Which statements indicate that additional teaching is required?
 
  Select all that apply.
 
  1. I can wrap the cast in plastic wrap to protect it.
  2. I can use a blow dryer to make the cast dry faster.
  3. I will call the doctor if the arm starts to hurt more.
  4. I can use a sling to distribute the weight of the cast.
  5. I can use a coat hanger to scratch itchy skin under the cast.



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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 3
Support above and below the fracture site helps prevent displacement of bony fragments and reduces the risk of further nerve damage. Supporting the leg above the fracture site only or directly under the site may cause spasm and pain. If traction were in use, weights would not be removed.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 2, 5
The cast dries from the inside out; a blow dryer should not be used to speed drying. Nothing should be inserted under the cast. A blow dryer on the cool setting can be used to relieve itching. The cast can be wrapped in plastic wrap to protect it. The healthcare provider should be notified if pain increases. A sling can be used to distribute the weight of an arm cast evenly around the neck.




jeatrice

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


kthug

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

 

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