The initial process of bone healing occurring at the fracture site in the first 72 hours is
a. formation of a hematoma.
b. formation of a provisional callus.
c. proliferation of osteoblasts.
d. reabsorption of the clot.
A
Immediate formation of a hematoma at a fracture site occurs in 1 to 3 days.
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A male patient's present signs and symptoms are suggestive of an incompetent cardiac sphincter, and he has been scheduled for an upper GI series (barium swallow). What preprocedure teaching should the nurse provide to this patient?
A) "Make sure to tell your doctor about any allergies to shellfish." B) "It's important that you take your laxatives as ordered on the day prior to your barium swallow." C) "Make sure that you don't eat anything after midnight the day before your test." D) "You'll need to restrict your fluid intake for 24 hours after the test."
A nurse is providing patient education about the use of a fentanyl transdermal delivery system. The nurse correctly instructs the patient to administer the patch at what time?
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Common features of spirituality are ______.
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