Nursing Fundamentals CH.39

Question 1

in relation to musculoskeletal function pay particular attention to…

Answer 1

respiratory and circulatory function

Question 2

in relation to braces and prosthesis pay assess tissue under the device

Answer 2

before and after the device is removed

Question 3

for walkers and canes the elbows should be at a ?

Answer 3

15-30 degree angle

Question 4

when should you never leave a patient alone?

Answer 4

while suspended in the sling of the lift

Question 5

why are elastic bandages applied?

Answer 5

to immobilize a joint to reduce swelling

Question 6

assessment of neurovascular status

Answer 6

(performed each shift)

Question 7

inspect casts each shift for…

Answer 7

cracks, crumbling, pressure problems, and signs of infection beneath them

Question 8

cast are applied to to immobilize a particular body part to allow

Answer 8

bone healing

Question 9

what can you use to stabilize a a fracture rather than a cast?

Answer 9

external fixator (patient can be more active during healing)

Question 10

bivalved

Answer 10

cut in half lengthwise

Question 11

cast

Answer 11

a stiff plaster of Paris, fiberglass, or polyester dressing used to immobilize

Question 12

countertraction force

Answer 12

the weight pulling against the weight of a traction

Question 13

dorsum

Answer 13

back

Question 14

external fixator

Answer 14

metal device that is inserted into or through one or more bones to stabilize fragments of a fracture while it heals (e.g pin, screw, or tong)

Question 15

hemiparesis

Answer 15

one-sided weakness

Question 16

hemiplegia

Answer 16

one-sided paralysis

Question 17

hydrotherapy

Answer 17

massage or debridement by moving water

Question 18

hypostatic pneumonia

Answer 18

pneumonia caused by stasis of secretions due to inactivity

Question 19

immobilization

Answer 19

prevention or restriction of normal body movement

Question 20

isometric exercises

Answer 20

exercises performed against resistance

Question 21

kinetic

Answer 21

moving

Question 22

moleskin

Answer 22

thick durable form of adhesive material

Question 23

over-the-bed frame

Answer 23

rectangular frame to which traction equipment may be attached

Question 24

paraplegics

Answer 24

without use of legs

Question 25

paresthesia

Answer 25

numbness and tingling

Question 26

perfusion

Answer 26

circulation of blood through tissue

Question 27

prosthesis

Answer 27

substitute for a body part

Question 28

quadriplegics

Answer 28

without use of both legs and arms

Question 29

sling

Answer 29

bandage for supporting a part

Question 30

spica casts

Answer 30

this cats encases a portion of the trunk and part or all of both legs

Question 31

splint

Answer 31

protects an injured body part by immobilizing or limiting its movement

Question 32

traction

Answer 32

exertion of a pulling force

Question 33

trapeze bar

Answer 33

overhead bar attached to the bed the patient can grab

Question 34

what is used to treat muscle spasms and fraction?

Answer 34

traction

Question 35

older adults are more at risk for…

Answer 35

complications of immobility and may suffer more psychosocial problems