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sheilaspns

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on: Jul 11, 2018
The nurse is treating a patient who has had a pacemaker inserted for the correction of atrial fibrillation. Which diagnostic test is no longer available to the patient because of the implanted device?
 
  a. MRI
  b. CT scan
  c. Thallium scan
  d. PET

Question 2

Which assessment would lead the nurse to examine the leg closely for evidence of a stasis ulcer?
 
  a. Cool dry lower limb
  b. Edematous, red scaly skin on medial surface of the leg
  c. Lack of hair and shiny appearance of the lower leg
  d. Lack of a pedal pulse


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macmac

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Because of the large magnets in the MRI cabinet, the pacemaker may be reset to a fixed mode and interfere with the functioning of the pacemaker.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Suggestion of a stasis ulcer in the making is an edematous, dry scaly area on the medial surface of the lower leg that has a darker pigmentation (rubor). Cool hairless limbs with absent or weak pedal pulses are indicative of arterial insufficiency.


sheilaspns

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Excellent

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