For which of the following patients might skeletal traction be considered?
A) A patient with a fractured arm
B) A patient with a dislocated shoulder
C) A patient with a shattered hand
D) A patient with a fractured spine
D
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To provide adequate postpartum care, the nurse should be aware that postpartum depres-sion (PPD) without psychotic features:
a. Means that the woman is experiencing the baby blues. In addition she has a visit with a counselor or psychologist. b. Is more common among older, Caucasian women because they have higher ex-pectations. c. Is distinguished by irritability, severe anxiety, and panic attacks. d. Will disappear on its own without outside help.
Which of the following is true about trust?
a. The sender feels it. b. It is difficult to demonstrate professionally. c. It is an intuitive process. d. The trusting client feels comfortable revealing needs.
Patients with arthritis are at high risk of
A) falls. B) infection. C) spasticity. D) contractures.
As L.C.'s case manager, identify six things that you would need to assess to determine
whether L.C. could be cared for in his home. What will be an ideal response?