Nursing 498 Exam Questions With Complete Solutions
Different ways fractures can be classified correct answer: -open or closed -complete or incomplete -displaced or nondisplaced 8 things to assess with broken bone correct answer: - colour - warmth - sensation - movement - pulses - pain - last ate - any other injuries overall goals of fracture treatment correct answer: - realignment - immobalization - restoration of normal or near normal function Nutritional Therapy for Fractures correct answer: -ample protein (1g/kg body weight) - Vitamins (BCD) - calcium - phosphorus - magnesium when is cast strong enough for weight bearing? correct answer: 24-72 hours what should fresh plaster never be covered with? correct answer: blanket internal vs external fixation correct answer: - internal uses wires screws pins plates intramedullary rods or nails - external uses metal device with rods and pins purpose of traction correct answer: -prevent or reduce muscle spasm -immobalize joint or part of body -reduce a fracture of dislocation -treat a pathological joint condition two common types of traction correct answer: - skin and skeletal
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