A client has delayed bone healing in a fractured right humerus. What should the nurse prepare the client for that promotes bone growth?
A) Electrical stimulation
B) Administration of low-dose heparin
C) Joint fusion
D) Administration of antibiotics
A
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Delayed union may require surgical interventions to promote bone growth and correct the incorrect union. If necessary, prepare the client for use of electrical stimulation measures that promote bone growth, or for a bone graft. Administration of low-dose heparin would be used to prevent pulmonary embolism. Joint fusion may be used in the case of avascular necrosis. Administration of antibiotics would be used for the potential of infection or to treat an actual infection.
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