Med-Surg Gas ex/mobility/tissue

Which of the following an immediate concern for the patient with a broken femur in skeletal traction?

(Select all that apply)

• Compartment syndrome

• Infection

• Malnutrition

• Neurovascular compromise

You are caring for a patient with a cervical fracture in a halo traction device.

True or false: It is okay for the patient and/or family to adjust the pins to the device

• True

• False

What is it called when IV medications leak from the blood vessels causing damage to surrounding tissue?

• Evisceration

• Extravasation

• Infiltration

• Titration

Which of the following should be included in client education for the patient with MS?

(Select all that apply)

• Avoid extremes in temperatures

• Get all activities/chores completed early in the day

• Limit fluids

• Try to establish a routine to promote bowel elimination

True or false: When caring for the patient with an electrical burn, do not touch the patient until the electrical source has been removed.

• True

• False

Which of these patients meet criteria to be transferred to a burn center?

(Select all that apply)

• Burns that involve face, hands, peri area, or joints

• Clients that have pre-existing disorders that will complicate treatment

• Inhalation injury

• Partial thickness burns that cover > 10% of the body

This skin condition is characterized by redness, warmth, swelling and pain and commonly occurs in the lower extremities due to cuts, abrasions, and diabetic foot ulcers.

• Cellulitis

• Impetigo

• Shingles

• Urticaria

Which of the following is NOT a cause of poor wound healing?

• Drugs/meds

• Infection

• Hypertension

• Malnutrition

Which of the following medications may be used to treat a patient with a degenerative spinal condition?

(Select all that apply)

• Acetaminophen (Tylenol)

• Baclofen

• Methylprednisolone

• Metoprolol

What is a common complication of using an inhaler?

(Select all that apply)

• Hoarseness

• Incontinence

• Muscle spasticity

• Oral thrush