ATI LPN
Fundamentals of Nursing Care: Concepts, Connections & Skills
Chapter 27 Questions
Question 1 of 5
A patient is in skeletal traction for a comminuted fracture of the tibia. While giving pin care, you notice a small amount of serous drainage around each pin site. Which observation is most accurate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A small amount of serous drainage is normal around pin sites in skeletal traction, as long as there are no signs of infection.
Question 2 of 5
A coworker twisted her ankle going down the stairs. It is swollen and is painful when she bears weight on it. Which intervention would be the least helpful for healing this sprain?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Applying heat early in a sprain can increase swelling; cold therapy is preferred initially to reduce inflammation.
Question 3 of 5
A patient has had his hand and part of his forearm amputated due to a traumatic injury. What would be the result if he refused to have his stump wrapped continuously with an elastic bandage or wear a compression sock?
Correct Answer: B,C
Rationale: Without compression, the stump may swell excessively and heal in a shape unsuitable for a prosthesis.
Question 4 of 5
Which is (are) true of chemical regulation of respirations?
Correct Answer: A,C,D,E,F
Rationale: These statements accurately describe the chemical regulation of respiration, involving chemoreceptors and responses to pH and oxygen levels.
Question 5 of 5
The purpose of which of the following devices is to prevent flexion of an affected joint?
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: Casts, immobilizers, and splints are designed to stabilize and prevent flexion of joints to promote healing.