The rehabilitation nurse is working closely with a patient who has a new orthosis following a knee injury. What are the nurse's responsibilities to this patient? Select all that apply
A) Help the patient learn to apply and remove the orthosis.
B) Teach the patient how to care for the skin that comes in contact with the orthosis.
C) Assist in the initial fitting of the orthosis.
D) Assist the patient in learning how to move the affected body part correctly.
E) Collaborate with the physical therapist to set goals for care.
Ans: A, B, D, E
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In addition to learning how to apply and remove the orthosis and maneuver the affected body part correctly, patients must learn how to properly care for the skin that comes in contact with the appliance. Skin problems or pressure ulcers may develop if the device is applied too tightly or too loosely or if it is adjusted improperly. Nurses do not perform the initial fitting of orthoses.
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