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A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has multiple sclerosis and is learning how to use the four- point alternate gait with crutches. Identify the order of the steps the nurse should give to the client. (Move the steps of the four-point alternate gait into the box on the right placing them in the selected order of performance. Use all the steps.)
A. Move the right crutch about 10 to 15 cm (4 to 6 in).
B. Move the left foot forward.
C. Move the left crutch forward.
D. Move the right foot forward.
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Full Explanation
The order of the steps for the four-point alternate gait with crutches is as follows: move the right crutch about 10 to 15 cm (4 to 6 in), move the left foot forward, move the left crutch forward, and move the right foot forward. This gait patern provides maximum stability and support for the client by keeping three points of contact on the ground at all times.
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A nurse is completing a neurovascular check for a client who had an open reduction internal fixation surgery. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as possible manifestations of compartment syndrome? (Select all that apply)
A. Absence of pulse
B. Altered sensation of the toes
C. Cool skin
D. Pain relieved by narcotics
E. Capillary refill 1 second
Full Explanation
The nurse should identify absence of pulse, altered sensation of the toes, and cool skin as possible manifestations of compartment syndrome. Compartment syndrome is a serious condition that can occur following surgery or injury. It is characterized by increased pressure within a muscle compartment that can lead to decreased blood flow and nerve damage.
Pain relieved by narcotics and capillary refill of 1 second are not manifestations of compartment syndrome. Pain relieved by narcotics is a normal response to pain medication. Capillary refill of 1 second is within the normal range and does not indicate compartment syndrome.
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has an exacerbation of gout. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? (Select all that apply.)
A. Tight skin
B. Edema
C. Tophi
D. Symmetrical joint pain
E. Erythema
Full Explanation
A nurse collecting data from a client who has an exacerbation of gout should expect to find edema, tophi, and erythema. Gout is a type of arthritis that occurs when urate crystals accumulate in the joints, causing inflammation and intense pain². Edema (swelling) is a common symptom of gout⁴. Tophi are deposits of urate crystals that can form under the skin in people with chronic gout³. Erythema (redness) is another common symptom of gout⁴.
A nurse is assisting with the development of a plan of care for an older adult who is at risk for falls. Which of the following actions should the nurse contribute to the plan? (Select all that apply)
A. Keep the bed at a comfortable working height.
B. Administer a sedative at bedtime.
C. Keep a night light on in the client's room and bathroom.
D. Place the bedside table within the client's reach.
E. Lock the wheels on beds and wheelchairs during transfers.
Full Explanation
Keeping a night light on in the client's room and bathroom can help reduce the risk of falls by improving visibility and orientation at night. Placing the bedside table within the client's reach can help reduce the risk of falls by making it easier for the client to access necessary items without having to get up and move around. Locking the wheels on beds and wheelchairs during transfers can help reduce the risk of falls by providing stability and preventing unwanted movement.
Keeping the bed at a comfortable working height is important for the nurse's comfort and safety while providing care, but it does not directly reduce the risk of falls for the client.
Administering a sedative at bedtime may help the client sleep, but it can also increase the risk of falls by causing drowsiness and disorientation.