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Pineappleeh · **on:** Jul 17, 2018

A physician recommends that a client use a therapeutic bed. The nurse educator asks a student nurse about the purpose for a therapeutic bed. What is the best response by the student nurse about the purpose of a therapeutic bed?

A) Provides comfort because it is shaped like an egg carton.
B) Treats contractures as a result of prolonged immobility.
C) Supports the body to avoid creating pressure points.
D) Keeps the body straight, flat alignment.

Question 2

The nurse is monitoring an ice bag being used on a client's ankle. The treatment should be discontinued immediately if the client complains of what type of pain?

A) Dull
B) Sharp
C) Burning
D) Stabbing

TheNamesImani · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 17, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B
Feedback:
Therapeutic beds are used to treat clients with severe joint contractures. The flotation mattress supports the body to avoid creating pressure points. An egg crate mattress provides comfort, because it is shaped like an egg carton, but it does not prevent skin breakdown. Orthopedic beds keep the body in straight, flat alignment.

Answer to Question 2

C
Feedback:
In the event of client complaints of burning pain, treatment should be stopped immediately and the provider notified. Burning pain indicates tissue ischemia (lack of blood supply) and may lead to tissue necrosis (tissue death). Untreated, this can lead to gangrene and necessitate amputation.