When assessing the trauma victim, the nurse evaluates the patient for fractured ribs and a scapular fracture. These disorders can lead to
A) subluxation of the shoulder.
B) possible pulmonary contusion.
C) deep vein thrombosis.
D) disseminated intravascular coagulation.
B
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An unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) is providing morning care to a client with a fractured leg who is in skeletal traction. The nurse determines that the UAP needs instruction regarding the guidelines for client bathing if the UAP is implementing which action?
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).