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crobinson2013

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A _______________ is an externally applied structure that holds musculoskeletal tissues in a specific position to permit healing of injuries or fractures or to align malpositioned tissues.
 
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For a thoracentesis, a client is usually placed:
 
  A. In a dorsal recumbent position
  B. Supine with the arms over the head
  C. In Sims' position on the affected side
  D. Sitting and leaning over a bedside table



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Answer to Question 1

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A cast is an externally applied structure that holds musculoskeletal tissues in a specific position to permit healing of injuries or fractures or to align malpositioned tissues, as in clubfoot or congenital hip dislocation.

Answer to Question 2

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D. Assist client in assuming the orthopneic position (an upright position with arms and shoulders raised and supported on a padded over-bed table).




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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Gracias!


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

 

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