A nurse is caring for a patient who is in skeletal traction. To prevent the complication of skin breakdown in a patient with skeletal traction, what action should be included in the plan of care? Ans: Assess the pin insertion site every 8 hours. c. Use a cloth-covered pillow to elevate the clients leg. d. Handle the cast with your fingertips to prevent indentations., 3. A nurse obtains the health history of a client with a fractured femur. Which factor identified in the clients history should the nurse recognize as an aspect that may impede healing of the fracture? a. Sedentary ... The nurse is developing a plan of care for a client with a fractured femur, is in traction, and will be restricted to bed for some time. Which domain should the nurse look to for developing a nursing diagnosis based on this client's musculoskeletal health problems? A. Nutrition B. Activity/Rest C. Health Promotion D. Self-perception A client has just been admitted to the hospital with a fractured femur and pelvic fractures. The nurse should plan to carefully monitor the client for which signs/symptoms? 1.Fever and bradycardia 2.Fever and hypertension 3.Tachycardia and hypotension 4.Bradycardia and hypertension Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like The nurse is one of several people who witness a vehicle hit a pedestrian at a fairly low speed on a small street. The individual is dazed and tries to get up, and the leg appears fractured. The nurse should plan to perform which action?, The nurse witnesses a client sustain a fall and suspects that the client's leg may be ... avoids holding the breath during activity. A client who suffered blunt chest trauma in a motor vehicle accident complains of chest pain, which is exacerbated by deep inspiration. On auscultation, the nurse detects a pericardial friction rub — a classic sign of acute pericarditis. The physician confirms acute pericarditis and begins ... a. apply cream daily to the residual limb. b. cover the residual limb with a nylon sock. c. keep the residual limb elevated. d. expose the residual limb to air. d. expose the residual limb to air. the nurse teaches a client diagnosed with a fractured left femur that is in a cast. the client asks how to keep the muscles of the legs strong during ... The nurse is assigned to care for a client in traction. The nurse prepares a plan of care for the client and includes which nursing action in the plan? 1. Ensure that the knots are at the pulleys. 2. Check the weights to ensure that they are off of the floor. 3. Ensure that the head of the bed is kept at a 45- to 90-degree angle. 4.A nurse is caring for a toddler who has a fractured right femur and is in Bryant's traction. When monitoring to determine if the traction is appropriately assembled, the nurse expects to observe which of the following? a. Skin straps maintaining the leg in an extended position b. Weights attached to a pin that is inserted in the femur c.C. "A bone fracture can be the direct result of excess pressure in the fibrous membrane or fascia." D. "Diseases such as neoplasms do not cause bone fractures." E. "The severity of a bone fracture depends on the force of the action against the bone and bone strength." Answer: B, E. Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like The nurse is reinforcing instructions to the parents of a child with scoliosis regarding the use of a brace. Which statement by a parent indicates the need for further teaching?, The mother of a child with juvenile idiopathic arthritis calls the nurse because the child is experiencing a painful exacerbation of the disease. The ...Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A nurse is caring for a patient who has had a plaster arm cast applied. Immediately postapplication, the nurse should provide what teaching to the patient? A) The cast will feel cool to touch for the first 30 minutes. B) The cast should be wrapped snuggly with a towel until the patient gets home. C) The cast should be supported ...Make sure the head of the bed is kept at a 45- to 90-degree angle. Monitor the weights to be sure that they are resting on a firm surface. Inspect the skin under the boot. The nurse prepares to care for a client with acute cellulitis of the lower leg.The surgeon inserts metal pins into the bone or bones from outside the skin surface and then attaches a compression device to the pins. A nurse is caring for a client who has a leg cast. The nurse observes that the client uses a pencil to scratch the skin under the edge of the cast. A nurse is providing skin care for a 14-year-old adolescent who is in skeletal traction for a fractured femur. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? Select all that apply. Massage reddened bony prominences. Check skin every 2 hours Cleanse skin with soap-free agents. Use a draw sheet to move client. Elevate the HOB to a 90 ...Make sure the head of the bed is kept at a 45- to 90-degree angle. Monitor the weights to be sure that they are resting on a firm surface. Inspect the skin under the boot. The nurse prepares to care for a client with acute cellulitis of the lower leg.Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A nurse is assessing a client who has a fractured left femur and is in skeletal traction. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider? A. Ecchymosis of the thigh B. Serous drainage at the pin site C. Chest petechiae D. Muscle spasms in the left leg, A nurse is caring for a client who is scheduled to ...nclex practice test. 5.0 (6 reviews) after listening to the parents reports and seeing the following pediatric clients, the nurse knows that which clent demonstrates signs of abuse that may need reporting. 1. 1 year old with dyspnea, drooling, and a swollen tongue after eating part of houseplant. 2. 2 year old who is crying and has large ...Nursing Prep U The nurse is developing a plan of care for a client with a fractured femur who is in traction and will be restricted to bed for some time. Which domain should the nurse consider when developing a nursing diagnosis based on this client's musculoskeletal health problems? Click the card to flip 👆 Activity and restRequires frequent pin care A child with a fractured femur is placed in Buck's skin traction, and the nurse is planning care for the client. Which information about this type of traction is correct? 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Which domain should the nurse consider when developing a nursing diagnosis based on this client's musculoskeletal health problems? Click the card to flip 👆 Activity and restA nurse is assisting with the plan of care for an older adult client who is 4hr postoperative following an open reduction and internal fixation of a fractured femur. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care?Apr 29, 2023 · Make use of this in-depth nursing care plan and management roadmap to aid in the care of patients with fracture. Expand your knowledge base of nursing assessments, interventions, goal formulation, and nursing diagnoses, all customized to meet the distinct needs of patients with fracture. Table of Contents What is Fracture? Requires frequent pin care A child with a fractured femur is placed in Buck's skin traction, and the nurse is planning care for the client. Which information about this type of traction is correct? 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A client who suffered blunt chest trauma in a motor vehicle accident complains of chest pain, which is exacerbated by deep inspiration. On auscultation, the nurse detects a pericardial friction rub — a classic sign of acute pericarditis. The physician confirms acute pericarditis and begins ... Which action should the nurse take?, A child is placed in skeletal traction for treatment of a fractured femur. The nurse creates a plan of care and should include which intervention? and more. Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A child with cerebral palsy is in a management program to achieve maximum potential for ...Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A nurse is caring for a patient who has had a plaster arm cast applied. Immediately postapplication, the nurse should provide what teaching to the patient? A) The cast will feel cool to touch for the first 30 minutes. B) The cast should be wrapped snuggly with a towel until the patient gets home. C) The cast should be supported ...The nurse is planning care to prevent complications for a client with multiple myeloma. Which intervention is most important for the nurse to include? A. Safety precautions during activity. B. Assess for changes in size of lymph nodes. C. Maintain a fluid intake of 3 to 4 L per day. D. Administer narcotic analgesic around the clock.A nurse who is accompanying the group suspects a fracture of the tibia. To immobilize the suspected fracture, where is the best location to apply the splint?, The nurse is checking on a client with a fractured femur who is in skeletal traction. Which of the following actions is necessary to determine a client's neurovascular status?A nurse is providing skin care for a 14-year-old adolescent who is in skeletal traction for a fractured femur. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? Select all that apply. 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The physician confirms acute pericarditis and begins ...Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A nurse is caring for a client who has balanced skeletal traction with a Thomas splint for the treatment of a fracture of the femur. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to prevent skin breakdown?, A nurse is collecting data from an older adult client who is preoperative for a total hip arthroplasty. For which of ...The nurse is planning care for a group of clients who have had total hip replacement. Of the clients listed below, which is at highest risk for infection and should be assessed first? 1. A 55-year-old client who is 6 feet tall and weighs 180 lb. 2. A 90-year-old who lives alone. 3. A 74-year-old who has periodontal disease with periodontitis. 4.Apr 29, 2023 · Make use of this in-depth nursing care plan and management roadmap to aid in the care of patients with fracture. Expand your knowledge base of nursing assessments, interventions, goal formulation, and nursing diagnoses, all customized to meet the distinct needs of patients with fracture. Table of Contents What is Fracture? c. Use a cloth-covered pillow to elevate the clients leg. d. Handle the cast with your fingertips to prevent indentations., 3. A nurse obtains the health history of a client with a fractured femur. Which factor identified in the clients history should the nurse recognize as an aspect that may impede healing of the fracture? a. Sedentary ...The nurse is planning care for a group of clients who have had total hip replacement. Of the clients listed below, which is at highest risk for infection and should be assessed first? 1. A 55-year-old client who is 6 feet tall and weighs 180 lb. 2. A 90-year-old who lives alone. 3. A 74-year-old who has periodontal disease with periodontitis. 4.Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with diabetes. The nurse notes that the client has a mild tremor, slight diaphoresis and is fully oriented. Which of the following nursing actions should have the highest priority?, A client is admitted to the surgical unit after sustaining a compound fracture of the left femur. The client ...Nursing Prep U The nurse is developing a plan of care for a client with a fractured femur who is in traction and will be restricted to bed for some time. Which domain should the nurse consider when developing a nursing diagnosis based on this client's musculoskeletal health problems? Click the card to flip 👆 Activity and rest avoids holding the breath during activity. A client who suffered blunt chest trauma in a motor vehicle accident complains of chest pain, which is exacerbated by deep inspiration. On auscultation, the nurse detects a pericardial friction rub — a classic sign of acute pericarditis. The physician confirms acute pericarditis and begins ... a. loosen the traction and help the patient turn onto the unaffected side. b. place a pillow between the patient's legs and turn gently to each side. c. have the patient lift the buttocks slightly by using a trapeze over the bed. d. turn the patient partially to each side with the assistance of another nurse. ANS: C.Pediatric Nursing - Adolescent. The nurse reviews the plan of care of an adolescent client with diabetes using an insulin pump. This is the second visit that the client has come without his parent. The client's hemoglobin A1C and blood glucose levels are normal. The client reports that he is playing a sport and has not had any hypoglycemic ... Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like Which is an inaccurate principle of traction? -The weights are not removed unless intermittent treatment is prescribed. -The weights must hang freely. -The client must be in good alignment in the center of the bed. -Skeletal traction is interrupted to turn and reposition the client., The nurse is providing instructions to the ... A nurse is providing skin care for a 14-year-old adolescent who is in skeletal traction for a fractured femur. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? Select all that apply. Massage reddened bony prominences. Check skin every 2 hours Cleanse skin with soap-free agents. Use a draw sheet to move client. Elevate the HOB to a 90 ...Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like The nurse is preparing discharge instructions for a client with a history of alcohol abuse on the third day after an emergency appendectomy. 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Which of the following interventions should the nurse include? Select all that apply.Select all that apply. One, some, or all responses may be correct. *he nurse makes eye contact with the client. 2. The nurse leans backward during the interaction. 3. *The nurse smiles at the client during the interaction. 4. The nurse shrugs her shoulders in response to a client's question.Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A client experiences a muscle sprain of the ankle. When assessing the injury, the nurse discovers that a hematoma is developing, edema is present and that the client reports tenderness when the ankle is palpated. The nurse anticipates that the plan of care will include the applying of a/an: 1. Binder 2. Ice bag 3. Elastic bandage ...A nurse assesses an older adult client who was admitted 2 days ago with a fractured hip. The nurse notes that the client is confused and restless. The client’s vital signs are heart rate 98 beats/min, respiratory rate 32 breaths/min, blood pressure 132/78 mm Hg, and SpO2 88%.A nurse who is accompanying the group suspects a fracture of the tibia. To immobilize the suspected fracture, where is the best location to apply the splint?, The nurse is checking on a client with a fractured femur who is in skeletal traction. Which of the following actions is necessary to determine a client's neurovascular status?The nurse is assigned to care for a client in traction. The nurse prepares a plan of care for the client and includes which nursing action in the plan? 1. Ensure that the knots are at the pulleys. 2. Check the weights to ensure that they are off of the floor. 3. Ensure that the head of the bed is kept at a 45- to 90-degree angle. 4.Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with diabetes. 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The nurse creates a plan of care and should include which intervention? and more. Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A child with cerebral palsy is in a management program to achieve maximum potential for ... A nurse is caring for a patient with a fractured femur. The health care provider finds that the patient has fat embolism syndrome. What treatment (or treatments) of fat embolism syndrome should the nurse anticipate for this patient? Select all that apply. Chapter 41. 4.5 (4 reviews) 1. The nurse is caring for a patient who has had a plaster leg cast applied. Immediately post-application, the nurse should inform the patient that: A) The cast will cool in 5 minutes. B) The cast should be covered with a towel. C) The cast should be supported on a board while drying.Antimicrobial dressing, A client has a fractured tibia as a result of a fall. The x-ray shows that the bone is splintered into several pieces around the shaft. The nurse knows that this client's fracture is 1. impacted. 2. transverse. 3. comminuted. 4. oblique., A nurse caring for a client who has pelvic fractures suspects fat embolism syndrome.The nurse is planning care for a group of clients who have had total hip replacement. Of the clients listed below, which is at highest risk for infection and should be assessed first? 1. A 55-year-old client who is 6 feet tall and weighs 180 lb. 2. A 90-year-old who lives alone. 3. A 74-year-old who has periodontal disease with periodontitis. 4.A nurse is caring for an adolescent client who has a newly fiberglass cast for a fractured tibia. Which of the following is the priority action for the nurse to take? A. Perform a neurovascular assessment. B. Explain the discharge instructions to the client and parents. C. Provide reassurance to the client and parents. A nurse is assessing a client who has a fractured left femur and is in skeletal traaction, Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider>. A. Ecchymosis of the thigh. B. Serous drainage at the pin site. C. Chest petechiae. D. Muscle spasms in the left leg. C. Chest petechiae. b. Right hand and placing the cane in front of the right foot. c. Left hand and 6 inches lateral to the left foot. d. Right hand and 6 inches lateral to the left foot. C. The nurse is repositioning the client who has returned to the nursing unit following internal fixation of a fractured right hip. The nurse uses a: a.Make use of this in-depth nursing care plan and management roadmap to aid in the care of patients with fracture. Expand your knowledge base of nursing assessments, interventions, goal formulation, and nursing diagnoses, all customized to meet the distinct needs of patients with fracture. Table of Contents What is Fracture?The office nurse for an orthopedic health care provider receives 4 telephone messages. Which client does the nurse call back first? 1. Client who had a left total knee replacement 7 days ago and reports cramping pain in the left calf 2. Client with a fractured wrist who reports severe itching under a cast that was applied 3 days ago 3.A femur fracture is a condition that involves a broken thigh bone and usually happens due to a strong force or a major accident. The femur consists of two femora connected to the pelvis via the hip joint and to the tibia via the knee joint.Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A nurse is preparing a client for ambulation. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to determine the clients level of strength?, A nurse is planning care for a client who has depression. The nurse notes that the client has weight loss, inability to concentrate, and inability to complete every day tasks, and a ... Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like Which cast care instructions should the nurse provide to a client who just had a plaster cast applied to the right forearm? Select all that apply. a. Keep the cast clean and dry b. Allow the cast 24 to 72 hours to dry c. Keep the cast and extremity elevated d. Expect tingling and numbness in extremity e. Use a hair dryer set on a ...The nurse is planning care for a 14-year-old client whose x-ray shows a comminuted fracture with the need for external appliance stabilization. Which nursing action is most important? assessing the color and movement of the hand and fingers. An infant was born with a severely deformed hand. He is now 6 months old.The nurse is planning care for a client with a fractured femur who was placed in balanced suspension skeletal traction 2 hours ago. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include? Select all that apply. maintain a patent airway. A client undergoes total hip replacement. After surgery, the client questions why he must go to a rehabilitation center because he has family who can care for him. Which response by the nurse is best? the rehabilitation staff can evaluate your progress. Which goal is the priority for a client with a fractured femur who ...Discuss the complications that the client's may experience if they don't cooperate with the care plan. The nurse should discuss the care plan and its rationale with the client. Calling the physician to report the client's noncompliance won't alter the client's degree of participation and shouldn't be used to force the client to comply. c. Use a cloth-covered pillow to elevate the clients leg. d. Handle the cast with your fingertips to prevent indentations., 3. A nurse obtains the health history of a client with a fractured femur. Which factor identified in the clients history should the nurse recognize as an aspect that may impede healing of the fracture? a. Sedentary ...1 Taking supplemental calcium and vitamin D. 2 Increasing the consumption of eggs and cheese. 3 Taking supplemental magnesium and vitamin E. 4 Increasing the consumption of milk and milk products. 1. A client with a fractured head of the right femur and osteoporosis is placed in Buck extension before surgical repair. Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like The nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a patient who has a right fractured femur. What intervention should the nurse include in the plan of care to prevent fat emboli? a. Decrease dietary consumption of fats. b. Maintain immobilization of the right leg. c. Encourage coughing and deep breathing hourly. d. Perform ... The nurse checks the client's alignment in bed and notes that proper alignment is maintained. Which is the priority nursing action? a. Provide pin care b. Medicate the client c. Call the healthcare provider d. Remove 2 pounds, A nurse is developing a plan of care for a client who has a fracture to achieve the outcome of functional healing. A. Log rolling every 2 hours. B. Isometric exercises of both legs. C. Active range-of-motion exercises of the left leg. D. Passive range of motion to the right leg. C. Active range-of-motion exercises of the left leg. A nurse is planning care for a newly admitted client who has skeletal traction for a fractured femur.Bone scan impression indicative of infection, The nurse is caring for a client who was just admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of a fractured right hip sustained from a fall 5 hours earlier. The nurse creates a plan of care for the client and includes interventions related to monitoring for signs of fat embolism.
C. "A bone fracture can be the direct result of excess pressure in the fibrous membrane or fascia." D. "Diseases such as neoplasms do not cause bone fractures." E. "The severity of a bone fracture depends on the force of the action against the bone and bone strength." Answer: B, E.. Rune34
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A nurse is caring for a toddler who has a fractured right femur and is in Bryant's traction. When monitoring to determine if the traction is appropriately assembled, the nurse expects to observe which of the following? a. Skin straps maintaining the leg in an extended position b. Weights attached to a pin that is inserted in the femur c.c. Use a cloth-covered pillow to elevate the clients leg. d. Handle the cast with your fingertips to prevent indentations., 3. A nurse obtains the health history of a client with a fractured femur. Which factor identified in the clients history should the nurse recognize as an aspect that may impede healing of the fracture? a. Sedentary ...Have client advance the right leg. Explanation: First, perform hand hygiene. Next, secure a gait belt around client's waist. Then, place the cane in the client's right hand, because the right side is the unaffected side. Have the client advance the cane and the left leg about 4 to 8 inches (10 to 20 cm).Pediatric Nursing - Adolescent. The nurse reviews the plan of care of an adolescent client with diabetes using an insulin pump. This is the second visit that the client has come without his parent. The client's hemoglobin A1C and blood glucose levels are normal. The client reports that he is playing a sport and has not had any hypoglycemic ... Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A 65-year-old Asian American female has been brought to the emergency department accompanied by her spouse with a fractured femur. The health care provider has prescribed a Foley catheter be inserted. 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Which of the following actions should the nurse take? a. Inspect the client's skin underneath the boot every 12 hr b. Encourage the client to perform dorsiflexion of the affected extremity every 2 hr c. Remove the weights from the ...A nurse is caring for a patient with a fractured femur. The health care provider finds that the patient has fat embolism syndrome. What treatment (or treatments) of fat embolism syndrome should the nurse anticipate for this patient? Select all that apply. The nurse is assigned to care for a client in traction. The nurse prepares a plan of care for the client and includes which nursing action in the plan? 1. Ensure that the knots are at the pulleys. 2. Check the weights to ensure that they are off of the floor. 3. Ensure that the head of the bed is kept at a 45- to 90-degree angle. 4.The nurse is planning care to prevent complications for a client with multiple myeloma. Which intervention is most important for the nurse to include? A. 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Administer narcotic analgesic around the clock.The nurse knows that chlorzoxazone, a centrally acting skeletal muscle relaxant, is commonly used to treat: muscle spasm caused by cerebral palsy. chronic musculoskeletal disorder. lower extremity spasticity. (x) severe muscle spasm. The client sustained an open fracture of the femur from an automobile accident.Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with diabetes. The nurse notes that the client has a mild tremor, slight diaphoresis and is fully oriented. Which of the following nursing actions should have the highest priority?, A client is admitted to the surgical unit after sustaining a compound fracture of the left femur. The client ... A nurse is caring for a toddler who has a fractured right femur and is in Bryant's traction. When monitoring to determine if the traction is appropriately assembled, the nurse expects to observe which of the following? a. Skin straps maintaining the leg in an extended position b. Weights attached to a pin that is inserted in the femur c..