Mometrix Practice Test #2 questions with correct answers
Following a right total elbow arthoplasty, the patient's arm is in a sling and a long arm posterior splint with the elbow at 90 degrees of flexion. Which position is likely to be the most comfortable for the patient, who must keep the arm elevated? - Answer supine with the head partially elevated A patient with recurrent gout is at an increased risk for what? - Answer nephrolithiasis A patient is to be discharged from the hospital following surgery for a cervical discetomy. As part of the patient's education, the nurse should include what following directive? - Answer Avoid sitting or standing for more then 30 minutes at a time A 28 year old male rugby player experienced a right shoulder separation with a grade I injury (seperation of ligaments) to the acromioclavicular joint. How long should the player wait until he can return to playing rugby? - Answer 1-2 weeks A patient with a stable pelvic fracture is allowed to tilt from side to side. The nurse anticipates that the maximum number of degrees that a patient can tilt in either direction is what? - Answer 45 degrees When a patient uses a walker to ambulate, the correct height of the walker should be where? - Answer Slightly below the waist A runner has developed painful shin splints. the best approach to treatment would be what? - Answer A relative rest program
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