NU-155, Galen San Antonio, Final Exam, Harwell Exam Questions and Answers
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NU-155, Galen San Antonio, Final Exam,
Harwell Exam Questions and Answers
What are the s/s of a bone fracture? - Ans:-Pain, edema, crepitus, deformity, feel crepitus (grinding
of 2 bone fragments), shortened extremity, may see bone in an open fx, muscle spasms (seen or felt)
What are the treatm...
-massive open fractures w/ extensive soft tissue damage
-infected fractures that don't heal properly
-multiple trauma (burns, chest or head injury)
What are the nursing assessments for skin/skeletal traction? - Ans:✔✔--assess to see that they are in
correct position and that the weights are hanging freely
-assess pt's body position for proper alignment
What is the nursing care needed for strains/sprains? - Ans:✔✔--RICE
-NSAID's to manage swelling
-check for circulation/sensation below compression
What is a splint? - Ans:✔✔-flexible or rigid device that is used to protect and maintain the position of an
injured extremity
What patient teaching is needed for cast care? - Ans:✔✔--explain the procedure
-do NOT scratch under the cast
-cast must be protected from moisture
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