CNA chapter 29

Mr. Jefferson has poorly controlled diabetes. He injured his toe, resulting in a severe infection. Now his toes are completely black as a result of gangrene. What is the most likely treatment for Mr. Jefferson's toe?

Amputation of the toe

When a muscle atrophies, it:

Becomes thinner and weaker

What is the term for a fracture, where the broken ends of the bone do not penetrate the skin?

Closed fracture

What does the skeletal system do?

It acts as a storage site for calcium; it works with the muscles to produce movement; it produces blood cells (all of the above)

What does the muscular system do?

It produces heat, it helps to maintain posture, it works with bones to produce movement (all of the above)

Mr. Owen has severe osteoarthritis in his hips. You are caring for Mr. Owen following his hip replacement surgery. What do you need to remember?

Mr. Owen should use an abduction pillow to keep his legs spread apart when he is in a supine or lateral position.

Ms Vaughn broke her leg while skiing. Surgery is required to align the broken bone, and then the bone fragments are held together with metal plates and screws. What is the name of the procure Ms. Vaughn has had?

Open reduction, internal fixation

Excessive loss of bone tissue is:

Osteoporosis

Which musculoskeletal disorder causes sever joint deformities and often affects younger people?

Rheumatoid arthritis

Ms. Curtis has just had a cost put on her leg following a horseback riding accident. What should you remember when you are helping Ms. Curtis?

You should check Ms. Curtis's toes frequently to make sure that the cast is not too tight.