Chapter 43: Management of Patients With Musculoskeletal Trauma
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A client presents to the emergency department gently holding the left arm, which is slightly swollen and painful to the touch. Based on these findings, the nurse:
Elevates the arm and applies an ice pack
A client has had surgical repair of a hip injury after joint manipulation was unsuccessful. After surgery, the nurse implements measures to prevent complications. Which complications is the nurse seeking to prevent? SATA. Skin breakdown Wound infection Pneumonia Diarrhea
Skin breakdown Wound infection Pneumonia
(see full question) Which assessment findings would the nurse expect to find in the postoperative client experiencing fat embolism syndrome? You selected: Column B
HR 116, RR 32, pH 7.5, CO2 30, HCO2 24, PaO2 55
