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How does the pediatric skeletal system differ from that of the adult? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Lower mineral content
  b. More ossification
  c. Open epiphyses
  d. Less porosity
  e. Greater strength

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The nurse performing a neurovascular check on a limb in traction would report and document which finding(s) as indicative of altered circulation? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Pulse is equal to uncasted limb.
  b. Patient is aware of touch and warm and cold application.
  c. Limb is cool to the touch.
  d. Capillary refill is 5 seconds.
  e. Distal limb can flex and extend.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, C, E
The child's skeletal system has less mineral content, greater porosity, open epiphyses, greater bone strength, and a thicker periosteum.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C, D
The limb should be warm, and capillary refill should be less than 3 seconds.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 28, 2018
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