Nonunion of a fractured tibia is seen in a patient after 8 weeks in a long leg cast. Which intervention may be necessary to encourage bone healing?
A. Surgical intervention with open reduction and internal fixation
B. Bone debridement
C. Removing the old cast and reapplying another
D. Placing the patient in Buck's traction
Answer: A
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A. practice pelvic floor muscle exercises. B. avoid a high fiber diet. C. wear a pouch for urine collection. D. access urine by catheterization.
A nursing educator is talking with nurses about the effects of the aging process and neurologic changes. What would the educator identify as a normal neurological change that accompanies the aging process?
A) Hyperactive deep tendon reflexes B) Reduction in cerebral blood flow (CBF) C) Increased cerebral metabolism D) Hypersensitivity to painful stimuli
The person mainly responsible for providing or assisting with the child's basic needs is:
a. The court-appointed guardian b. The parent c. The primary caregiver d. The parent substitute
Which nonpharmacological interventions should the nurse recommend for a client who is having difficulty sleeping?
A. "Make certain your bedroom is nice and warm." B. "There are alternative methods to treat insomnia, such as yoga, meditation, and massage therapy." C. "Eating a large meal at bedtime will help induce sleep." D. "Avoid caffeinated beverages, nicotine, and alcohol immediately prior to bedtime." E. "Play your favorite type of music when you go to sleep."