Which age-related change in musculoskeletal structure or function would alert the nurse to an increased risk of fracture?
A. Kyphotic posture
B. Cartilage thinning
C. Decreased bone density
D. Joint deformity
C
Decreased bone density makes bone more porous and less stable.
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A patient is admitted to the ED with massive trauma. What nursing intervention will help protect this patient from coagulopathy?
1. Start oxygen immediately. 2. Cover the patient with a blanket. 3. Place a pillow under the patient's feet. 4. Use sterile technique for all invasive procedures.
After applying an antiembolism stocking to a client, the nurse observes paleness and cyanotic appearance of the client's toes. What could have been the reason for the change in color?
A) Excess movement of the legs by the client B) Restriction of circulation to the extremities C) Elevation of the legs for a long duration D) Removal of the bandage by the client
Congenital abnormalities are
A) highly contagious. B) always fatal. C) diseases of the elderly. D) present at birth.
Fidelity
What will be an ideal response?