The nurse is measuring a client with a fractured femur for ...

[leo leo]

The nurse is measuring a client with a fractured femur for crutches, and obtains which of the following measurements?
 
  1. The distance from axilla to the heel
  2. The distance from axilla to 6-8 inches from the heel
  3. The distance from the shoulder to the heel
  4. The distance from the axilla and the fingertips

Question 2

While assessing a client's respirations as abnormal, the nurse notes the following:(Select all that apply) Standard Text: Select all that apply.
 
  1. The rate of respirations
  2. The depth of respirations
  3. The client's normal breathing patterns
  4. The relationship of respirations to cardiovascular function
  5. Lack of sound when breathing

[HandsomeMarc]

Answer to Question 1

2
Rationale: The nurse measures from the axilla to 6-8 inches in front of the heel in order to determine how long the crutch needs to be when moving forward.

Answer to Question 2

1,2,3,4
Rationale: The nurse notes the rate of respirations, by number, as well as terms such as tachypnic, bradypnic