This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: During an assessment of a hospitalized patient, the nurse pinches a fold of skin under the clavicle ... (Read 32 times)

HCHenry

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 591
on: Jun 25, 2018
During an assessment of a hospitalized patient, the nurse pinches a fold of skin under the clavicle or on the forearm to test the:
 
  a. Mobility and turgor.
  b. Patient's response to pain.
  c. Percentage of the patient's fat-to-muscle ratio.
  d. Presence of edema.

Question 2

The nurse is documenting the assessment of an infant. During the abdominal assessment, the nurse noticed a very loud splash auscultated over the upper abdomen when the nurse rocked her from side to side. This finding would indicate:
 
  a. Epigastric hernia.
  b. Pyloric obstruction.
  c. Hypoactive bowel sounds.
  d. Hyperactive bowel sounds.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

shailee

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 392
Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Pinching a fold of skin under the clavicle or on the forearm is done by the nurse to determine mobility and turgor.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
A succussion splash, which is unrelated to peristalsis, is a very loud splash auscultated over the upper abdomen when the infant is rocked side to side. It indicates increased air and fluid in the stomach as observed with pyloric obstruction or large hiatus hernia


HCHenry

  • Member
  • Posts: 591
Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

amandalm

  • Member
  • Posts: 306
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

The toxic levels for lithium carbonate are close to the therapeutic levels. Signs of toxicity include fine hand tremor, polyuria, mild thirst, nausea, general discomfort, diarrhea, vomiting, drowsiness, muscular weakness, lack of coordination, ataxia, giddiness, tinnitus, and blurred vision.

Did you know?

The tallest man ever known was Robert Wadlow, an American, who reached the height of 8 feet 11 inches. He died at age 26 years from an infection caused by the immense weight of his body (491 pounds) and the stress on his leg bones and muscles.

Did you know?

Hyperthyroidism leads to an increased rate of metabolism and affects about 1% of women but only 0.1% of men. For most people, this increased metabolic rate causes the thyroid gland to become enlarged (known as a goiter).

Did you know?

Most fungi that pathogenically affect humans live in soil. If a person is not healthy, has an open wound, or is immunocompromised, a fungal infection can be very aggressive.

Did you know?

The most dangerous mercury compound, dimethyl mercury, is so toxic that even a few microliters spilled on the skin can cause death. Mercury has been shown to accumulate in higher amounts in the following types of fish than other types: swordfish, shark, mackerel, tilefish, crab, and tuna.

A nurse adjusts the rate of a client’s IV. A nurse adjusts the rate of a client’s IV.
Effective listening skills demonstrate empathy to the patient and break down barriers to communicati Effective listening skills demonstrate empathy to the patient and break down barriers to communicati
Abdominal thrusts are delivered with a firm thrust into the patient’s abdomen with an upward ... Abdominal thrusts are delivered with a firm thrust into the patient’s abdomen with an upward ...
Assessment of central venous pressure Assessment of central venous pressure
A patient is talking to the nurse about her husband’s abuse and attempt to strangle her. She ... A patient is talking to the nurse about her husband’s abuse and attempt to strangle her. She ...
Video: Introduction to Dysrhythmia

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library