Answer to Question 1
A
Because the skin has been broken, the child is at risk for organisms to enter the wound. The incidence of osteoarthritis and the chance of epiphyseal disruption are not increased with compound fracture. Periosteum thickening is part of the healing process and is not a complication.
Answer to Question 2
B
The major cause of children's fractures is falls. Because of the protection reflexes, the outstretched arm often receives the full force of the fall. Automobile accidents, physical abuse, and sports injuries may result in fractures to any bone.
Open, or compound The fracture projects through the skin and there is a possibility of infection or
B, The nurse teaches the postoperative client to use an incentive spirometer to expand the lungs.
Bone fracture.
Enhanced Caring
Caregivers’ responses sometimes help a child with strong emotions adapt to the environment.
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