chapter 13

Question 1

true or false its okay to have clear drainage

Answer 1

true

Question 2

a fiberglass cast is beneficial because it will dry in

Answer 2

30 mins

Question 3

a plaster cast will dry in ?

Answer 3

3-4 hours

Question 4

when handling a plaster cast always handle it with your

Answer 4

palm and flat fingers

Question 5

when a old cast is removed is removed what will be observed because of dead cells

Answer 5

dry and dirty skin

Question 6

patient has spinal cord injury so do not put the patient on what type of mattress?

Answer 6

air or fluid mattress

Question 7

what are the instructions for operating a CMP machine

Answer 7

set the limit, set the flexion and extension limit, and get the numbers from the doctor

Question 8

a Pt has a full extension leg cast and the patient experiences altered perfusion. The Pt will likely demonstrate

Answer 8

numbness of the distal limbs

Question 9

healthy capillary refill

Answer 9

less than 3 seconds

Question 10

abnormal capillary refill

Answer 10

more than 5 seconds

Question 11

if a Pt with edema is in a cast. What do you need to do?

Answer 11

elevate their legs

Question 12

what aspects of the mechanical lift make it useful?

Answer 12

the base is widened for support and its locked in place for safety

Question 13

when a Pt goes up stairs w/ crutches he needs to bring what up first?

Answer 13

his good leg

Question 14

if a Pt is in a Spica cast when the Pt is turned do not use what?

Answer 14

the spreader bar

Question 15

what increases the danger of immobilization?

Answer 15

pressure injury, loss of bone mass, pneumonia, and permanent loss of function

Question 16

when cleaning the pin sights in a pt in a skeletal traction what should you secure?

Answer 16

secure the the ends with a piece of cork (clean closest to the skin puncture)

Question 17

what is the max weight applied to skin traction?

Answer 17

15 pounds

Question 18

an older adult should walk ____ mins _____ times a week

Answer 18

20-30 and 3 times a week

Question 19

what is beneficial in controlling incontinence in men to decrease prostate swelling ?

Answer 19

pumpkin seeds

Question 20

Pt is impacted so stimulation of the rectum by digital exam may trigger…

Answer 20

vagus nerve which will slow down heart rate

Question 21

how can you prevent aspiration when assisting an older adult eating?

Answer 21

have the Pt sit upright and to tuck chin in when they swallow

Question 22

loss of central vision is also known as…

Answer 22

age related macular degeneration (AMD)

Question 23

older women with decreased mobility need these two things

Answer 23

calcium and vitamin D

Question 24

if a Pt is suffering from anxiety and paranoia. What can be ordered?

Answer 24

major tranquilizers

Question 25

what is an early symptom of Alzheimer’s ?

Answer 25

difficulty learning new things

Question 26

what is used for Alzheimer’s, but can be cause liver toxicity?

Answer 26

Aricept

Question 27

your client is depressed and is newly on antidepressants. What should you do in the meantime?

Answer 27

protect the patient from self injury

Question 28

if a Pt starts giving away their treasured items. What is this a symptom of?

Answer 28

planned suicide

Question 29

a medication black box warning on an an anti-psychotic med is a strong advisory from…

Answer 29

The FDA

Question 30

a depressed patient is newly on antidepressants their treatment may take effect in 3 weeks. In the meantime what should you do?

Answer 30

protect the patient from self injury

Question 31

name an example of the activity theory

Answer 31

when a person remains active and interested in outside activities

Question 32

what is the immune theory?

Answer 32

an older adult loses their ability to fight infection

Question 33

how does decreased subcutaneous fat and slow thyroid production affect older adults?

Answer 33

it makes older adults feel cold

Question 34

name an example of ageism

Answer 34

employer does not hire someone because they are old

Question 35

is it a myth that optimistic and happy people live longer?

Answer 35

no

Question 36

what will altered depth perception most likely cause in an older adult?

Answer 36

it will cause falls

Question 37

what is an indication of a further assessment is needed?

Answer 37

when an older adult lives alone and forgets her meds

Question 38

breathing therapy for a immobilized Pt helps to prevent what?

Answer 38

hypostatic pneumonia

Question 39

should the Pt feet touch the floor for skin or buck traction?

Answer 39

no