med surg 2 final exam (test bank) 2024

med surg 2 final exam (test bank) The nurse is preparing for a home visit to a patient after surgery for a compound fracture. Which specific care does the nurse anticipate for this patient? - ANSWER Changing wound dressings A patient experiences a fracture of the lower leg and undergoes a closed reduction and placement of a fiberglass cast. The patient is 65 years old and has a medical 30-year history of diabetes mellitus. Which condition does the nurse recognize as a possible complication for this patient? - ANSWER Delay or absence of healing An older adult patient is postoperative for a total hip joint replacement. Which nursing care is inappropriate for this patient on the day of surgery? - ANSWER Medicated with oral pain medications The nurse is providing care for a patient who is scheduled for joint replacement the next day. Which patient care goals are appropriate at this time? - ANSWER Manage preoperative pain. The nurse is providing care for a patient following an open reduction of a compound fracture. Which neurologic finding does the nurse report immediately to the HCP or registered nurse (RN)? - ANSWER There exists numbness and tingling sensations A patient with gout has been instructed on the prescribed medication allopurinol (Zyloprim). Which patient statement indicates understanding of the action of this medication? - ANSWER "It blocks formation of uric acid." The nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a patient who has an upper extremity amputation. Which factor does the nurse keep in mind about this type of amputation being more debilitating than a lower extremity amputation? - ANSWER The upper extremity is more specialized.