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"Immobilization of the fracture will promote healing by maximizing contact of bone fragments." "Fractured bones require a good blood supply and adequate nutrition for healing." "Weight bearing stimulates healing of the long bones of the leg, if the fracture is stabilized." "Adults heal faster than children because adult bodies are physiologically more mature." "Corticosteroids will decrease the bone and soft tissue inflammation associated with the fracture."

A client who has fractured the radial head asks the nurse about factors that will promote bone healing. Which statement should the nurse include when responding to the client? Select all that apply. "Immobilization of the fracture will promote healing by maximizing contact of bone fragments." "Fractured bones require a good blood supply and adequate nutrition for healing." "Weight bearing stimulates healing of the long bones of the leg, if the fracture is stabilized." "Adults heal faster than children because adult bodies are physiologically more mature." "Corticosteroids will decrease the bone and soft tissue inflammation associated with the fracture."

the client that he or she won't be cut.

A client with a right leg fracture is returning to the orthopedist to have the cast removed. During cast removal, it is important for the nurse to assure: the client that he or she won't be cut. that the cast cutter blade is sharp. that pedal pulses are present. All options are correct.

osteocytes

Each bone is composed of cells, protein matrix, and mineral deposits. Which type of bone cell works to repair a bone fracture? osteocytes osteoblasts osteoclasts osteomytes

smoothness knee flexion

The nurse is assessing a client's gait. What assessments indicate the client has a normal gait? Select all that apply. spastic hemiparesis steppage shuffling

It is performed in the operating room. The bone is surgically exposed and realigned. The client usually receives general or spinal anesthetic. The bone is restored to its normal position by external manipulation.

Which statements describe open reduction of a fracture? Select all that apply. It is performed in the operating room. The bone is surgically exposed and realigned. The client usually receives general or spinal anesthetic. The bone is restored to its normal position by external manipulation.


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