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Test Bank for Medical Surgical Nursing: Concepts for Interprofessional Collaborative Care 10th Edition
Care of Patients with Musculoskeletal Trauma

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Question 1 of 5

These symptoms represent early warning signs of acute compartment syndrome. Which action should the nurse take first?

A. Assess the pedal pulses.

B. Apply oxygen by nasal cannula.

C. Increase the IV flow rate.

D. Loosen the traction.

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Question 2 of 5

Which action should the nurse take to ensure proper traction management?

A. Inspect the client's skin when performing a bed bath.

B. Apply oxygen by nasal cannula.

C. Provide pin care by using alcohol wipes to clean the sites.

D. Ensure that the weights remain freely hanging at all times.

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Question 3 of 5

A nurse notes crepitation when performing range-of-motion exercises on a client with a fractured left humerus. Which action should the nurse take next?

A. Immobilize the client's arm.

B. Assess the client's distal pulse.

C. Monitor for signs of infection.

D. Administer prescribed steroids.

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Question 4 of 5

A nurse reviews prescriptions for an 82-year-old client with a fractured left hip. Which prescription should alert the nurse to contact the provider and express concerns for client safety?

A. Meperidine (Demerol) 30 mg IV every 4 hours.

B. Patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) with morphine sulfate.

C. Percocet 2 tablets orally every 6 hours PRN for pain.

D. Percocet 2 tablets every 6 hours for pain.

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Question 5 of 5

A nurse is caring for a client who is recovering from an above-the-knee amputation. The client reports pain in the limb that was removed. How should the nurse respond?

A. The pain you are feeling does not actually exist.

B. This type of pain will not actually go away.

C. Would you like to learn how to use imagery to minimize your pain?

D. How would you describe the pain that you are feeling?

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