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◉ Which of the following is an important statement regarding the
prevention of degenerative orthopedic conditions . Answer: Weight-
bearing activities and joint movement prevent cartilage from becoming
thin or damaged
◉ The cerebellar tentorium supports which structures of the cerebral
hemispheres . Answer: Temporal lobe
◉ the surgeon makes an incision through which of the following to
access the cremaster muscle, inguinal canal, and cord structures .
Answer: External oblique muscle
◉ a physical barrier used in the prevention of adhesions that can take up
to 2 weeks to absorb . Answer: Interseed
◉ Tissue reaction characteristics that need considered when choosing
suture include . Answer: Absorption
◉ The diagnostic test that is performed to differentiate between acute
and chronic thrombosis . Answer: Digital subtraction angiography
, ◉ Morbidity and mortality may be greater with penetrating trauma
because identification of injuries may be more difficult when injuries are
less obvious. In the case of an adult victim with a low-velocity, low-
caliber gunshot wound, at far range, of the anterior left quadrant of the
lower abdomen, what is the MOI and description of the possible injuries
. Answer: enetrating; small entrance wound, puncture of the anterior
wall of the sigmoid colon, no disruption of vessels, and bullet not found
in pelvis
◉ With injury to the brain, swelling may occur quickly, requiring
aggressive decisions to manage increasing intracranial pressure (ICP).
What is an appropriate diuretic medication to give and what nursing
actions would be indicated for an older adult patient with traumatic brain
injury, increased ICP, and a history of congestive heart failure (CHF) .
Answer: Furosemide (Lasix) 20-80 mg IV; monitor for hypotension and
note extent of diuresis
◉ Because herbal products are so readily available and have such
widespread media attention, many people think that they can safely self-
medicate. Why should the public be aware and educated about dietary
supplements and potential harmful effects . Answer: Unknown
substances may be present in these products.
◉ a possible benefit to the paramedian incision . Answer: decreased risk
for hernia