The case manager is contacted for discharge planning. e.B. will be discharged to an extended care facility
for strength training. Once the patient receives his prosthesis, he will receive balance training.
After that,
he will be discharged to his daughter's home. A physical therapy and occupational therapy home evaluation should be ordered. you have provided several sessions of teaching to e.B. and his daughter about
care of the residual limb.
Which of these statements by E.B. reflects a need for further instruction?
a. "I will inspect my limb daily for signs of skin irritation and infection, such as redness,
drainage, and odor."
b. "I will wash my limb every night with warm water and a bacteriostatic soap and dry it
gently, allowing it to air dry for 20 minutes."
c. "I will apply a mild lotion to my limb twice a day."
d. "I will perform range-of-motion exercises to all my joints daily."
c
Patients should not use lotions, oils, powders, or other substances unless prescribed by the health
care provider.
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1. The area of bleeding can be seen so surgery can be planned to remove it. 2. A cold material can be applied to the bleeding area to stop the bleeding. 3. A chemical can be injected into the bleeding vessel to stop it from bleeding. 4. A laser can be used on the bleeding areas to stop any possibilities of bleeding again.
Edema may be caused by inadequate intake of
a. protein. b. sodium. c. chloride. d. potassium.
Which should the nurse anticipate will be included in a client's treatment plan to limit the incidence of serious adverse effects when prescribing corticosteroids?
A. Administer steroids every other day B. Administer small doses over a period of several weeks C. Administer oral doses of the prescription whenever possible D. Administer large doses for acute conditions then discontinue the prescription
What is the normal P-R interval?
a. 0.02 to 0.04 second b. 0.05 to 0.l0 second c. 0.12 to 0.20 second d. 0.21 to 0.30 second