Which of the following conditions are best treated with cold therapy? (Select all that apply.)
a. Localized inflammatory responses
b. Hemorrhage
c. Muscle spasm
d. Pain
A, B, C, D
Cold therapy treats localized inflammatory responses that lead to edema, hemorrhage, muscle spasm, or pain.
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A) Contacting the RN on the receiving unit to note a change in the patient's vital signs B) Administering antiemetic medication to the patient to prevent air sickness C) Endotracheal intubation D) Communication with the patient's family regarding details of the transport
A client with multiple sclerosis is prescribed diazepam. Which of the following would indicate this medication is effective in the client?
1. The client states muscles are weak. 2. The client's muscle spasticity appears to be reduced. 3. The client's blood glucose level is within normal limits. 4. The client is not developing cataracts.
Which is the highest priority goal when caring for a child with sickle cell disease?
A) The family caregivers' anxiety will be reduced B) The child's skin integrity will be maintained C) The family will verbalize understanding of the disease crisis D) The child's fluid intake will improve
In most pediatric situations, the most commonly used way to calculate pediatric doses is based on body ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).