Osteomyelitis Questions and Answers
Graded A+
A patient with osteomyelitis presents with fever, pain, and swelling in the affected area. What is
the primary goal of treatment for this condition?
The primary goal is to eliminate the infection through antibiotics and, if necessary, surgical
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Osteomyelitis Questions and Answers
Graded A+
A patient with osteomyelitis presents with fever, pain, and swelling in the affected area. What is
the primary goal of treatment for this condition?
✔✔The primary goal is to eliminate the infection through antibiotics and, if necessary, surgical
intervention.
A patient with osteomyelitis is receiving intravenous antibiotics. What is a common side effect
the nurse should monitor for?
✔✔The nurse should monitor for signs of gastrointestinal upset, such as nausea, vomiting, or
diarrhea.
What is a key risk factor for developing osteomyelitis in adults?
✔✔Diabetes mellitus, as it can lead to poor circulation and increase the risk of infection.
What is the most common organism responsible for osteomyelitis in adult patients?
✔✔Staphylococcus aureus is the most common causative organism of osteomyelitis in adults.
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, A patient with osteomyelitis is undergoing a bone biopsy. What is the primary purpose of this
procedure?
✔✔The primary purpose is to identify the specific causative organism and determine the most
appropriate antibiotic treatment.
What should the nurse assess regularly in a patient with osteomyelitis who is receiving long-term
intravenous antibiotic therapy?
✔✔The nurse should assess the patient for signs of infection at the IV site, as well as monitor for
adverse reactions to the antibiotics, such as allergic reactions or organ toxicity.
A patient with osteomyelitis is prescribed a wound debridement procedure. What is the purpose
of this treatment?
✔✔The purpose of debridement is to remove necrotic tissue and promote healing of the affected
bone and surrounding tissue.
Which clinical manifestation would suggest the progression of osteomyelitis in a patient?
✔✔Increased pain, swelling, and fever, along with possible drainage from an open wound, may
indicate the progression of osteomyelitis.
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