chapter 13 Flashcards
true or false its okay to have clear drainage
true
a fiberglass cast is beneficial because it will dry in
30 mins
a plaster cast will dry in ?
3-4 hours
when handling a plaster cast always handle it with your
palm and flat fingers
when a old cast is removed is removed what will be observed because of dead cells
dry and dirty skin
patient has spinal cord injury so do not put the patient on what type of mattress?
air or fluid mattress
what are the instructions for operating a CMP machine
set the limit, set the flexion and extension limit, and get the numbers from the doctor
a Pt has a full extension leg cast and the patient experiences altered perfusion. The Pt will likely demonstrate
numbness of the distal limbs
healthy capillary refill
less than 3 seconds
abnormal capillary refill
more than 5 seconds
if a Pt with edema is in a cast. What do you need to do?
elevate their legs
what aspects of the mechanical lift make it useful?
the base is widened for support and its locked in place for safety
when a Pt goes up stairs w/ crutches he needs to bring what up first?
his good leg
if a Pt is in a Spica cast when the Pt is turned do not use what?
the spreader bar
what increases the danger of immobilization?
pressure injury, loss of bone mass, pneumonia, and permanent loss of function
when cleaning the pin sights in a pt in a skeletal traction what should you secure?
secure the the ends with a piece of cork (clean closest to the skin puncture)
what is the max weight applied to skin traction?
15 pounds
an older adult should walk ____ mins _____ times a week
20-30 and 3 times a week
what is beneficial in controlling incontinence in men to decrease prostate swelling ?
pumpkin seeds
Pt is impacted so stimulation of the rectum by digital exam may trigger…
vagus nerve which will slow down heart rate
how can you prevent aspiration when assisting an older adult eating?
have the Pt sit upright and to tuck chin in when they swallow
loss of central vision is also known as…
age related macular degeneration (AMD)
older women with decreased mobility need these two things
calcium and vitamin D
if a Pt is suffering from anxiety and paranoia. What can be ordered?
major tranquilizers
what is an early symptom of Alzheimer’s ?
difficulty learning new things
what is used for Alzheimer’s, but can be cause liver toxicity?
Aricept
your client is depressed and is newly on antidepressants. What should you do in the meantime?
protect the patient from self injury
if a Pt starts giving away their treasured items. What is this a symptom of?
planned suicide
a medication black box warning on an an anti-psychotic med is a strong advisory from…
The FDA
a depressed patient is newly on antidepressants their treatment may take effect in 3 weeks. In the meantime what should you do?
protect the patient from self injury
name an example of the activity theory
when a person remains active and interested in outside activities
what is the immune theory?
an older adult loses their ability to fight infection
how does decreased subcutaneous fat and slow thyroid production affect older adults?
it makes older adults feel cold
name an example of ageism
employer does not hire someone because they are old
is it a myth that optimistic and happy people live longer?
no
what will altered depth perception most likely cause in an older adult?
it will cause falls
what is an indication of a further assessment is needed?
when an older adult lives alone and forgets her meds
breathing therapy for a immobilized Pt helps to prevent what?
hypostatic pneumonia
should the Pt feet touch the floor for skin or buck traction?
no
