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newyorker26

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The nurse is caring for a child who has just received a cast for a broken wrist. Why should the nurse elevate the limb onto a pillow?
 
  A) To prevent edema
  B) To promote healing
  C) To discourage infection
  D) To ensure proper bone alignment

Question 2

The nurse is evaluating a school-age child's ability to crutch walk so that no weight is placed on an injured leg. Which walking technique indicates that teaching has been effective?
 
  A) Walking gait
  B) Two-point gait
  C) Single-crutch support gait
  D) Three-point swing-through gait



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Answer to Question 1

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If an extremity has been casted, keep it elevated with a pillow to prevent edema in the fractured area. Elevating a casted extremity does not promote healing or discourage infection. The cast will ensure proper bone alignment.

Answer to Question 2

D
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A three-point swing-through gait is used when no weight bearing is allowed on one foot. A two-point gait is used when a child needs support for weakened muscles or balance but may bear weight on both lower extremities. Walking gait and single-crutch support gait are not identified crutch walking approaches.



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