chapter 13 Flashcards

1
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true or false its okay to have clear drainage

A

true

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2
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a fiberglass cast is beneficial because it will dry in

A

30 mins

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3
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a plaster cast will dry in ?

A

3-4 hours

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4
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when handling a plaster cast always handle it with your

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palm and flat fingers

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5
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when a old cast is removed is removed what will be observed because of dead cells

A

dry and dirty skin

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6
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patient has spinal cord injury so do not put the patient on what type of mattress?

A

air or fluid mattress

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7
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what are the instructions for operating a CMP machine

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

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8
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a Pt has a full extension leg cast and the patient experiences altered perfusion. The Pt will likely demonstrate

A

numbness of the distal limbs

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9
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healthy capillary refill

A

less than 3 seconds

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10
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abnormal capillary refill

A

more than 5 seconds

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11
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if a Pt with edema is in a cast. What do you need to do?

A

elevate their legs

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12
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what aspects of the mechanical lift make it useful?

A

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

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13
Q

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

A

his good leg

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14
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if a Pt is in a Spica cast when the Pt is turned do not use what?

A

the spreader bar

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15
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what increases the danger of immobilization?

A

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

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16
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when cleaning the pin sights in a pt in a skeletal traction what should you secure?

A

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

17
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what is the max weight applied to skin traction?

18
Q

an older adult should walk ____ mins _____ times a week

A

20-30 and 3 times a week

19
Q

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

A

pumpkin seeds

20
Q

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

A

vagus nerve which will slow down heart rate

21
Q

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

A

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

22
Q

loss of central vision is also known as…

A

age related macular degeneration (AMD)

23
Q

older women with decreased mobility need these two things

A

calcium and vitamin D

24
Q

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

A

major tranquilizers

25
what is an early symptom of Alzheimer's ?
difficulty learning new things
26
what is used for Alzheimer's, but can be cause liver toxicity?
Aricept
27
your client is depressed and is newly on antidepressants. What should you do in the meantime?
protect the patient from self injury
28
if a Pt starts giving away their treasured items. What is this a symptom of?
planned suicide
29
a medication black box warning on an an anti-psychotic med is a strong advisory from...
The FDA
30
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
31
name an example of the activity theory
when a person remains active and interested in outside activities
32
what is the immune theory?
an older adult loses their ability to fight infection
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how does decreased subcutaneous fat and slow thyroid production affect older adults?
it makes older adults feel cold
34
name an example of ageism
employer does not hire someone because they are old
35
is it a myth that optimistic and happy people live longer?
no
36
what will altered depth perception most likely cause in an older adult?
it will cause falls
37
what is an indication of a further assessment is needed?
when an older adult lives alone and forgets her meds
38
breathing therapy for a immobilized Pt helps to prevent what?
hypostatic pneumonia
39
should the Pt feet touch the floor for skin or buck traction?
no