Author Question: A client asks why a cold pack has been prescribed for an arm injury. What should the nurse explain ... (Read 16 times)

bcretired · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

A client asks why a cold pack has been prescribed for an arm injury. What should the nurse explain to the client?

1. The application of cold dilates blood vessels.
2. The application of cold constricts blood vessels.
3. The application of cold decreases inflammation.
4. The application of cold reduces localized pain.
5. The application of cold provides a calming sedative effect.

Question 2

A client has episodes of bowel and bladder incontinence. When planning care for this client, the nurse would identify which of the following as an appropriate nursing diagnosis?

1. Impaired Skin Integrity.
2. Risk for Impaired Skin Integrity.
3. Impaired Tissue Integrity
4. Risk for Infection

kjo;oj · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 2,3,4
Rationale 1: The application of heat, not cold, dilates blood vessels.
Rationale 2: The application of cold does constrict blood vessels.
Rationale 3: The application of cold does decrease inflammation.
Rationale 4: The application of cold does reduce localized pain.
Rationale 5: The application of heat, not cold, provides a calming sedative effect.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: Impaired Skin Integrity is appropriate if the client has an alteration in the epidermis or dermis.
Rationale 2: Since the client is experiencing episodes of incontinence without any current changes in skin integrity, the client is at Risk for Impaired Skin Integrity.
Rationale 3: Impaired Tissue Integrity is appropriate if the client has damage to mucous membranes, integument, or subcutaneous tissues.
Rationale 4: Risk for Infection would be appropriate if the client has severe skin impairment, the client is immunosuppressed, or the wound is caused by trauma.