The nurse is caring for a client who develops compartment syndrome from a severely fractured arm. The client asks how this can happen. What is the best response by the nurse?- Skildor

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The nurse is caring for a client who develops compartment syndrome from a severely fractured arm. The client asks how this can happen. What is the best response by the nurse?

A. . "The fascia expands with injury, causing pressure on underlying nerves and muscles."? B. "An injured artery causes impaired arterial perfusion through the compartment."? C. "Bleeding and swelling cause increased pressure in an area that cannot expand."? D. . "A bone fragment has injured the nerve supply in the area."?

Correct Answer: C

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The client complains of fatigue and joint pain and reports that they are unable to walk due to pain in the knees. What is the most appropriate statement by the nurse?

A. "You just have arthritis and should take some ibuprofen."? B. "You should avoid walking. This might be osteoporosis."? C. "Please tell me more about when your pain started."? D. "You need to lose weight or the pain won't go away."?

Correct Answer: C

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A client has suffered from a femur fracture. What is the nurse's priority assessment?

A. Pain B. Medication history C. Pedal pulses D. Socio-economic status

Correct Answer: C

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Which of the following clients should be placed in isolation for airborne precautions?

A. A high school wrestling championship with a rash B. A client that recently travelled and developed a fever with cough C. A client with an unknown skin infection D. A client with heart palpitations

Correct Answer: B

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Which of the following would be the most appropriate goal for an elderly client with a nursing diagnosis of risk for injury after hip surgery?

A. Client will increase mobility by the time of discharge from hospital B. Client will demonstrate effective breathing pattern when ambulating throughout hospital stay C. Client will increase activity tolerance by discharge from the hospital D. Client will remain free from falls throughout their hospital stay

Correct Answer: D

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