mdc 1 e2

a nurse is assessing a client and notes a cap refill of 5 seconds, cool skin temperature, and loss of sensation

neurovascular impairment

a nurse is caring for a client who is immobile. which of the following interventions will promote venous return?

application of compressions stockings

a nurse knows a bone densitometry scan is utilized to diagnose which of the following conditions?

osteoporosis

which of the following clients statements related to osteoporosis requires further teaching? sata

being overweight has contributed to the development of osteoporosis

i should avoid weight bearing exercises

increasing my intake of phosphorus can help increase bone density

a nurse is taking care of a client who just had a knee injury. which interventions are appropriate? sata

elevate the knee

apply ice to the surgical site

compress the knee with ACE wrap or a tight dressing

which of the following are modifiable risk factors for osteoporosis? sata

consumption of alcohol

low body weight

smoking

lack of physical activity

which of the following is a correct statement regarding rheumatoid arthritis?

this can cause joint deformities and fever

a nurse is caring for a diabetic client who has an infected wound on the foot. which condition are they at risk for?

osteomyelitis

a client is having trouble completing ADLs after a stroke. which interdisciplinary team member will assist this

occupational therapist

an increase in bone mass is an expected outcome of which of the following medications?

alendronate

a client has increased calf circumference and redness after a hup arthoplasty. which condition is the nurse expecting?

DVT

most common repetitive stress injury resulting in hand pain wrist swelling, numbness, tingling, and nail changes

carpal tunnel syndrome

which client is at the greatest risk of developing a pressure ulcer

82 year old male who had a recent fall, hip frature, and is incontinent

also known as swimmers ear caused by fluid in the ear canal. usually resolves on its own

otitis externa

this test involves striking a tuning fork in the middle of the head. sound should be heard equally in both ears

weber test

a client is demonstrating to the nurse the correct way to administer eye drops. what requires intervention? sata

the client is sitting in a high fowlers position

the client waits 2 minutes before administering eye drops to the same eye

the client applies the eye drops directly to the sclera

which of the following patient statements requires further teaching regarding cast care?

if i feel hot spots or pressure, i should just move my fingers or toes

which of the following is true regarding cataract surgery? sata

avoid straining such as blowing your nose or pushing hard while defecating

it is normal to see yellow or green drainage on the eyelashes

avoid lifting anything over 10 pounds

dark glasses should be worn to promote healing

which of the following are contributing factors to visual impariment? sata

macular degeneration

hypertension

diabetes mellitus

a client had a cast applied after a femur fracture. decreased sensation in their toes and pain is unrelieved with meds

compartment syndrome

osteoporosis develops primarily due to

imbalance between bone resorption and bone formation

which finding is most characteristic of osteoarthritis

pain that worsens with activity and improves with rest

a patient with osteoporosis asks why weight-bearing exercise is recommended. which response is best?

it stimulates bone formation

which assessment findings suggest compartment syndrom? sata

severe pain unrelieved by medication
pallor

paralysis (late sign)

paresthesia

osteomyelitis most commonly develops from

hematogenous spread of bacteria

compartment syndrome occurs due to

increased pressure within a closed muscle compartment

A patient with a long bone fracture is at risk for fat embolism syndrome. Which symptom is most concerning?

petechiae on chest

a patient with a fracture reports increasing pain, numbness, and tightness in the leg. what is the priority action?

notify the provider

bursitis is best described as

inflammation of a fluid filled sac that cushions joints