The most serious complication of a pelvic fracture is which of the following?
A. Infection
B. Delayed union
C. Hypovolemic shock
D. Impaired skin integrity
C
With a pelvic fracture, there can be internal organ damage, resulting in bleeding and hypovolemic shock. The nurse monitors the client's vital signs, skin color, and level of consciousness.
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Gerontological nurses should suspect an infection when which of the following phenomena occurs? A) The patient displays reduced activity and lowered resistance. B) Embolus and thrombus are diagnosed. C) A lower body temperature causes atypical fever. D) Any abrupt, unexplained change in physical or mental function is detected.
Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) may leak through the cribiform plate region of the skull following a head injury causing which of the following?
a. Ear CSF otorrhea b. Leakage of CSF from the eye c. Nasal CSF rhinorrhea d. Leakage of CSF from the mouth
Which of the following should the nurse consider first when assessing the cognitive ability of an older adult?
1. A life-long bachelor 2. Orphaned at age 12 3. History of a chronic disease process 4. Recent immigration to the United States
A client on 2 gm/hr of magnesium sulfate has decreased deep tendon reflexes. Identify the priority nursing assessment to ensure client safety
. Assess uterine contractions continuously.b. Assess fetal heart rate continuously.c. Assess urinary output.d. Assess respiratory rate.