Exam 3: NSG223/ NSG 223 (New 2024/ 2025 Update) Med Surg 2 Exam| Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct| Graded A- Herzing

Exam 3: NSG223/ NSG 223 (New 2024/ 2025 Update) Med Surg 2 Exam| Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct| Graded A- Herzing QUESTION What assessment is most critical in the early detection of compartment syndrome for a pt with a leg cast? Answer: Pain assessment QUESTION What is important nursing care for patients with a cast or splint? Answer: Assess for reports of burning (hotspots)can indicate a developing pressure ulcer. QUESTION How can the nurse teach a pt with a cast how to prevent disuse syndrome? Answer: Tense and contract muscles without moving any underlying bone. Every hour while awake! (isometric) QUESTION Nurse detects redness and serous drainage at site of external fixation device. What should the nurse do next? Answer: Notify the healthcare provider QUESTION What is important to know about a PCA pump? Answer: Patients must be able to know how to use the pump, and most of all able to push the pain button QUESTION What should we assess for in pts on PCA pumps? Answer: Respiratory depression QUESTION Why should Meperidine be avoided in the elderly? Answer: Causes agitation, seizures and hallucinations QUESTION How is a patient with a fractured clavicle treated?