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Fundamentals of Nursing Care: Concepts, Connections & Skills

Chapter 18 Questions

Question 1 of 5

During a heat application, which of the following assessment findings would indicate the heat pack should be removed immediately?

Correct Answer: B,E,F

Rationale: Dark red skin, bubbly appearance, and hot skin indicate potential burns, requiring immediate removal of the heat pack.

Question 2 of 5

A patient has an erythematous area at the site where you just discontinued an IV infusion. There is no edema, but the patient complains of the site being very tender. Which of the following would be the treatment of choice?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Ice reduces inflammation and tenderness at the IV site by causing vasoconstriction.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse understands that which of the following methods are moist heat?

Correct Answer: A,B,C,D

Rationale: Hot compresses, soaks, sitz baths, and whirlpool baths all involve moist heat, promoting tissue relaxation and healing.

Question 4 of 5

During a cold application, which of the following assessment findings would indicate the cold pack should be removed immediately?

Correct Answer: B,C,D

Rationale: White, mottled skin and a burning sensation indicate tissue damage from excessive cold, necessitating immediate removal.

Question 5 of 5

Which of the following treatments would possibly help relieve a patient's discomfort from a muscle spasm in her lumbar area?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Warm packs relax muscles and increase blood flow, relieving muscle spasms.

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