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Marty

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In caring for a child with a compound fracture, what should the nurse carefully assess for?
 
  a. Infection
  b. Osteoarthritis
  c. Epiphyseal disruption
  d. Periosteum thickening

Question 2

When assessing a child for an upper extremity fracture, the nurse should know that these fractures most often result from:
 
  a. automobile accidents.
  b. falls.
  c. physical abuse.
  d. sports injuries.



tennis14576

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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.



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