Multi Dimensional Care | Final Exam

Correct Answer: a

Rationale: Clients on birth control pills, immobile, and smokers are at increased risk of DVT after hip surgery.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct health promotion teachings to prevent ear infection or trauma include blowing the nose gently without blocking nostrils, wearing hearing protection when exposed to loud noise, and avoiding the use of cotton-tipped applicators to clean the external ear. Blocking one nostril when blowing the nose is incorrect, as it can cause problems. Therefore, choice A is inaccurate. Additionally, using cotton-tipped applicators to clean the external ear can lead to trauma or infection, making choice C a correct preventive measure.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C: Teaching adherence to the antibiotic regimen. In chronic osteomyelitis, the priority is to ensure proper treatment of the infection, which heavily relies on consistent adherence to the prescribed antibiotic regimen. This helps in eradicating the infectious organisms and preventing recurrence. Choices A, B, and D are important aspects of care but teaching adherence to the antibiotic regimen takes precedence as it directly impacts the successful management of chronic osteomyelitis.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Speaking slowly and clearly while facing the client improves communication with hearing-impaired clients.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Inspecting the skin for injury is crucial to prevent pressure ulcers and other complications in immobile clients.