Nokea
A type of external fixator composed of metal rings on the outside of the limb with rods and wires attached that penetrate through the skin into the bone is a(n)
- A. External immobilizer.
- B. Buck's traction setup.
- C. Skin traction setup.
- D. Ilizarov frame.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: An Ilizarov frame is an external fixator with metal rings, rods, and wires penetrating the bone to stabilize fractures. Other options describe different devices.
You may also like to solve these questions
Care of the pin insertion sites includes
- A. Cleaning the area with hydrogen peroxide or normal saline solution as ordered.
- B. Applying antibiotic ointment to the site.
- C. Inspecting the site for signs and symptoms of infection.
- D. Shaving the hair around the site.
Correct Answer: A,C
Rationale: Pin site care involves cleaning with ordered solutions (e.g., saline) and inspecting for infection. Antibiotic ointment is not routine, and shaving may increase infection risk.
When you care for a patient prior to surgery, one of your primary concerns is
- A. Researching the exact surgery that will take place.
- B. Ensuring that all preoperative orders are carried out correctly.
- C. Showing the family where to wait during the surgery.
- D. Explaining the surgical techniques that will be used with the patient.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ensuring preoperative orders are followed is critical to prepare the patient safely for surgery. Researching surgery details, showing family waiting areas, or explaining techniques are not primary nursing responsibilities.
A patient is in skin traction. You notice that when the bed is lowered to its lowest position, the weights are on the floor. Why is this a problem?
- A. It reduces the effectiveness of the traction.
- B. It causes excessive pain to the patient.
- C. It damages the traction equipment.
- D. It increases the risk of skin breakdown.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Weights on the floor eliminate the pulling force needed for traction, reducing its effectiveness in aligning the bone or relieving muscle spasms.
A patient has a quarter-size amount of drainage on her cast. The next day the amount of drainage has increased to 2 inches (5 cm) in diameter. The nurse would be most concerned about
- A. Swelling beneath the cast.
- B. Neurovascular impairment.
- C. Infection under the cast.
- D. Placing tape petals over the edges of the cast.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Increasing drainage on a cast suggests possible infection, requiring immediate attention. Swelling or neurovascular issues are less directly tied to drainage.
Fill in the acronym for the care of a sprain.
- A. Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation
- B. Reduce, Immobilize, Cool, Elevate
- C. Rest, Inspect, Compress, Exercise
- D. Relax, Ice, Compress, Extend
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The acronym for sprain care is RICE: Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation, which reduces swelling and promotes healing. Other options include incorrect components.