The nurse is evaluating the effectiveness of instruction provided to a patient with a newly applied ...

The nurse is evaluating the effectiveness of instruction provided to a patient with a newly applied arm cast. Which statements indicate that additional teaching is required?
 
  Select all that apply.
 
  1. I can wrap the cast in plastic wrap to protect it.
  2. I can use a blow dryer to make the cast dry faster.
  3. I will call the doctor if the arm starts to hurt more.
  4. I can use a sling to distribute the weight of the cast.
  5. I can use a coat hanger to scratch itchy skin under the cast.

Question 2

A patient is diagnosed with a rotator cuff tear. Which interventions should the nurse expect to be prescribed for this patient?
 
  Select all that apply.
 
  1. joint rest
  2. NSAIDs
  3. moist heat
  4. physical therapy
  5. immediate surgery

Question 3

The healthcare provider is pleased that an adolescent's broken arm has healed within 4 weeks. What factors in the patient's health history facilitated the healing of this fracture?
 
  Select all that apply.
 
  1. The patient is 17 years old.
  2. There are no active disease processes in the health history.
  3. The patient waited 4 hours to get the fracture treated.
  4. The patient bicycles and plays tennis nearly every day.
  5. The patient drinks four 8-ounce glasses of milk a day.

Question 4

A patient recovering from an amputation refuses to look at the stump or participate in care. For what problem should the nurse plan interventions to help this patient?
 
  1. infection
  2. insufficient nutrition
  3. problems with body image
  4. risk for chronic pain