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Why it is important to immobilize a suspected fracture. The nurse explains that immobilizing a fracture will... (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)

Prevent blood clots

Prevent malignant hyperthermia.

Promote fracture healing.

Reduce pain

Prevent fat embolism

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : C,D,E

The nurse explains that immobilizing a fracture will:

Help align the bone fragments and reduce movement, which is crucial for proper healing. Immobilization can help maintain the stability of the fracture site, allowing the bones to knit together and heal.
Help to minimize movement and subsequent pain. It provides support and reduces stress on the injured area, which can help alleviate discomfort and promote a more comfortable healing process.
Help to minimize movement and reduce the risk of fat globules from bone marrow entering the bloodstream and causing a fat embolism, a potentially serious complication.

Preventing blood clots, preventing malignant hyperthermia, and immobilizing a fracture are not directly related. Preventing blood clots typically involves other measures such as early mobilization, elevation, and medication to prevent deep vein thrombosis. Malignant hyperthermia is a rare, potentially life-threatening reaction to certain medications used during anesthesia, and immobilization does not directly prevent it.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A likely cause of a low sodium level (hyponatremia) of 128 mEq/L is the administration of hypotonic IV fluids. Hypotonic IV fluids have a lower concentration of solutes compared to the body's fluids, which can lead to dilutional hyponatremia. When these fluids are administered, they can cause water to move into the cells, diluting the sodium concentration in the bloodstream.

A. The 24-hour oral intake is 600 ml greater than the total output. B. The patient's temperature is 100.3" F 137.9" C). C. The patient reports abdominal pain at level 6 (0 to 10 scale) when ambulating D. The patient's calf is swollen, warm, and painful.

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

These symptoms suggest the possibility of deep vein thrombosis (DVT), which is a potentially serious complication following surgery. DVT occurs when a blood clot forms in a deep vein, commonly in the lower extremities. The symptoms of a swollen, warm, and painful calf can indicate the presence of a DVT.

DVT is a medical emergency that requires immediate attention and intervention to prevent further complications such as a pulmonary embolism (where the blood clot travels to the lungs). Prompt evaluation and treatment, such as anticoagulant therapy, are necessary to prevent complications

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