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Which most immediate treatment by the HCP should the nurse anticipate for a child with a dislocated kneecap?
- A. Open surgical intervention to repair the kneecap
- B. Arthroscopy to surgically repair the torn cartilage
- C. Realignment of the kneecap by sliding it back into position
- D. Application of a cast to the affected leg until the kneecap heals
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Immediate treatment for a dislocated kneecap involves manual realignment to restore position.
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Which statement should the nurse include in the instructions for parents of an infant with osteogenesis imperfecta (OI)?
- A. "Check the color of your infant's nailbeds and mucous membranes for signs of circulatory impairment."
- B. "If you note signs of infection, bring your infant to the clinic because the infant has a significant immune dysfunction."
- C. "Protect your infant from injury and handle your baby carefully because your infant's bones can break very easily."
- D. "Notify your physician if your infant does not respond to sound because the infant's CNS fails to develop completely."
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: OI causes brittle bones, so careful handling is essential to prevent fractures.
Which risk factor found in the client's medical record does the nurse identify as most significant for sustaining a hip fracture?
- A. The client is postmenopausal.
- B. The client is somewhat obese.
- C. The client has type 2 diabetes.
- D. The client is lactose intolerant.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Postmenopausal status is the most significant risk factor for hip fractures due to estrogen loss, which accelerates bone density reduction, increasing fracture risk. Obesity, diabetes, and lactose intolerance are less directly related.
The clinic nurse assesses a client with complaints of pain and numbness in the left hand and fingers. Which question should the nurse ask the client?
- A. Do you smoke or use any type of tobacco products?'
- B. Do you have to wear gloves when you are out in the cold?'
- C. Do you do repetitive movements with your left fingers?'
- D. Do you have tremors or involuntary movements of your hand?'
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Repetitive movements are a primary cause of carpal tunnel syndrome, causing pain and numbness. Smoking, cold sensitivity, and tremors are unrelated.
Which intervention(s) should the nurse include in the child's plan of care immediately following insertion of a ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunt for treatment of hydrocephalus?
- A. Maintain the head of the bed in an elevated position.
- B. Ensure that the child minimizes movement of the extremities.
- C. Provide a pressure dressing over the cephalic insertion site.
- D. Maintain a flat position and reposition the child every 2 hours.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Maintaining a flat position and repositioning every 2 hours helps prevent complications and ensures shunt function post-VP shunt insertion.
The nurse is caring for clients on an orthopedic floor. Which client should be assessed first?
- A. The client diagnosed with back pain who is complaining of a '4' on a 1-to-10 scale.
- B. The client who has undergone a myelogram who is complaining of a slight headache.
- C. The client two (2) days post-disk fusion who has T 100.4, P 96, R 24, and BP 138/78.
- D. The client diagnosed with back pain who is being discharged and whose ride is here.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fever, tachycardia, and tachypnea post-disk fusion suggest infection or complications, requiring urgent assessment. Mild pain, headache, and discharge are lower priority.