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What is the preferred initial treatment for a non-displaced fracture?
What is the preferred initial treatment for a non-displaced fracture?
- Closed reduction or immobilization (correct)
- Surgical intervention
- Traction with weights
- Immediate weight bearing
Which is an early sign of compartment syndrome resulting from a fracture?
Which is an early sign of compartment syndrome resulting from a fracture?
- Paralysis
- Pulselessness
- Edema (correct)
- Pallor
Which of the following is a risk factor for the development of osteoarthritis?
Which of the following is a risk factor for the development of osteoarthritis?
- Obesity (correct)
- High calcium levels
- Increased muscle mass
- Age-related bone changes
What is the purpose of skeletal traction?
What is the purpose of skeletal traction?
What diagnostic tool is used to identify kyphosis in the elderly?
What diagnostic tool is used to identify kyphosis in the elderly?
Which treatment is commonly used for phantom limb pain?
Which treatment is commonly used for phantom limb pain?
What does COAL stand for in the context of using a cane?
What does COAL stand for in the context of using a cane?
Which test is used to diagnose carpal tunnel syndrome?
Which test is used to diagnose carpal tunnel syndrome?
What is the purpose of bowel preparation prior to a colonoscopy?
What is the purpose of bowel preparation prior to a colonoscopy?
Which symptom is commonly associated with diverticulitis?
Which symptom is commonly associated with diverticulitis?
In patients with GERD, which treatment option is NOT typically recommended?
In patients with GERD, which treatment option is NOT typically recommended?
What is a primary characteristic of Crohn’s disease?
What is a primary characteristic of Crohn’s disease?
What is the recommended dietary approach for managing chronic pancreatitis?
What is the recommended dietary approach for managing chronic pancreatitis?
What is a potential complication of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)?
What is a potential complication of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)?
Which laboratory result would indicate a lower gastrointestinal bleed?
Which laboratory result would indicate a lower gastrointestinal bleed?
What is a key sign of hepatic encephalopathy?
What is a key sign of hepatic encephalopathy?
What type of diet should be recommended for a patient with ulcerative colitis?
What type of diet should be recommended for a patient with ulcerative colitis?
What intervention should be taken for a patient with a suspected paralytic ileus?
What intervention should be taken for a patient with a suspected paralytic ileus?
What is the primary treatment for a patient diagnosed with diverticulitis?
What is the primary treatment for a patient diagnosed with diverticulitis?
Ulcerative colitis can be cured with medication alone.
Ulcerative colitis can be cured with medication alone.
What nutritional component should be limited in patients with hepatitis?
What nutritional component should be limited in patients with hepatitis?
A __________ is an inflamed and infected diverticulum.
A __________ is an inflamed and infected diverticulum.
Match the following conditions with their primary symptoms:
Match the following conditions with their primary symptoms:
What is a common risk factor associated with GERD?
What is a common risk factor associated with GERD?
Patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) may experience both diarrhea and constipation.
Patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) may experience both diarrhea and constipation.
What imaging method is used to verify NG tube placement?
What imaging method is used to verify NG tube placement?
A patient with an ileostomy is likely to have __________ stool.
A patient with an ileostomy is likely to have __________ stool.
What symptom is typical of a lower gastrointestinal bleed?
What symptom is typical of a lower gastrointestinal bleed?
What is a potential early sign of compartment syndrome?
What is a potential early sign of compartment syndrome?
Osteoporosis is characterized by absorption problems related to Vitamin D and calcium.
Osteoporosis is characterized by absorption problems related to Vitamin D and calcium.
What is the treatment commonly used for managing phantom limb pain?
What is the treatment commonly used for managing phantom limb pain?
A person with an open fracture has a fracture that is through the ______.
A person with an open fracture has a fracture that is through the ______.
Match the following medical terms with their definitions:
Match the following medical terms with their definitions:
Which of the following is a risk associated with impaired mobility?
Which of the following is a risk associated with impaired mobility?
The Babinski sign is tested by applying pressure to the foot and observing the curling of the toes.
The Babinski sign is tested by applying pressure to the foot and observing the curling of the toes.
What is the purpose of using a hard cervical collar?
What is the purpose of using a hard cervical collar?
Which of the following is a risk factor for GERD?
Which of the following is a risk factor for GERD?
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can only cause diarrhea but never constipation.
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can only cause diarrhea but never constipation.
What primary treatment option is indicated for patients diagnosed with diverticulitis?
What primary treatment option is indicated for patients diagnosed with diverticulitis?
Stool that is characterized as black and tarry is indicative of a __________ GI bleed.
Stool that is characterized as black and tarry is indicative of a __________ GI bleed.
Match the following conditions with their primary symptoms:
Match the following conditions with their primary symptoms:
What is the recommended dietary approach for managing chronic pancreatitis?
What is the recommended dietary approach for managing chronic pancreatitis?
Diverticulosis is an inflamed and infected condition.
Diverticulosis is an inflamed and infected condition.
What diagnostic test is commonly used to identify colon cancer?
What diagnostic test is commonly used to identify colon cancer?
In patients with hepatic encephalopathy, it is important to limit __________ intake.
In patients with hepatic encephalopathy, it is important to limit __________ intake.
Match the following types of hepatitis with their transmission methods:
Match the following types of hepatitis with their transmission methods:
What is a key characteristic of compartment syndrome?
What is a key characteristic of compartment syndrome?
Skeletal traction involves surgical screws inserted into the bone.
Skeletal traction involves surgical screws inserted into the bone.
What is the risk factor for osteoarthritis mentioned?
What is the risk factor for osteoarthritis mentioned?
Phantom Limb treatment often includes __________.
Phantom Limb treatment often includes __________.
Match the following conditions with their associated features:
Match the following conditions with their associated features:
Which treatment is suggested for managing pain from an open fracture?
Which treatment is suggested for managing pain from an open fracture?
The early symptom of compartment syndrome can include pallor.
The early symptom of compartment syndrome can include pallor.
What is the purpose of using a hard cervical collar?
What is the purpose of using a hard cervical collar?
A person with S-shaped lateral curvature of the spine is diagnosed with __________.
A person with S-shaped lateral curvature of the spine is diagnosed with __________.
Which of the following is NOT an associated risk for impaired mobility patients?
Which of the following is NOT an associated risk for impaired mobility patients?
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Study Notes
Gastrointestinal Assessment and Treatments
- Abdomen assessment using IAPP: inspect, auscultate, palpate, and percuss.
- NG Tube: used for nutrition and decompression. Verify orders, gather supplies, inspect nares, confirm placement with X-ray.
- Position patients in high Fowler's; pin NG tube to gown; check placement every 4 hours; provide oral care every 4-8 hours.
- EGD: performed to inspect the upper GI for bleeding, ulcers, and swallowing difficulties. Patients must be NPO for 8-10 hours prior.
- Colonoscopy assesses lower GI health; bowel prep is necessary; avoid blood thinners.
- GERD symptoms: heartburn, dysphagia, atypical chest pain; risk factor includes alcohol; treated with PPIs, antacids, or H2 receptor antagonists. Surgery: Nissen Fundoplication.
Gastrointestinal Conditions
- Gastroenteritis: often caused by food poisoning; symptoms include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, poor skin turgor indicates dehydration.
- Colon cancer prevention: consume high-fiber vegetables like broccoli and cauliflower.
- Upper GI bleed indicators include black/tarry stool or red vomit; lower GI bleed presents as bright red stool or coffee grounds in vomit.
- Monitor for hypotension and tachycardia; labs reveal low hemoglobin and hematocrit.
Bowel Conditions
- Bowel obstruction indicators: flatus and belching signal return of bowel function.
- IBS symptoms: diarrhea or constipation, lower left quadrant pain; potential complications include dehydration and small bowel obstruction.
- Crohn's Disease: characterized by patchy inflammation; symptoms include bloody diarrhea; no cure, treatment focuses on symptom management.
- Ulcerative Colitis: continuous inflammation starting in the rectum; severe cases may require surgery.
- Diverticulitis: inflamed pouches in the LLQ; treated with antibiotics and bowel rest. Avoid seeds for diverticulosis.
Surgical and Post-Operative Care
- Stoma care: expect intact, beefy red skin; ileostomy typically produces semi-liquid stool. Empty bags when half full.
- Hepatitis: can cause abdominal pain, jaundice, clay stool, and hepatic encephalopathy due to liver failure. Frequent small high-calorie meals recommended.
- Hepatitis types: A (oral/fecal), B (blood/body fluids, vaccine available), C (blood/body fluids, no vaccine). Treatment varies by type.
- Acute pancreatitis requires NPO status and IV fluids; chronic pancreatitis management involves avoiding alcohol and caffeine.
Musculoskeletal Conditions and Injuries
- Bone cancer (osteosarcoma) symptoms include pain worsening with motion; prognosis is generally poor.
- Muscular dystrophy: slow progression requires fall precautions and glucocorticoid therapy; hospice is not initiated initially.
- Twisted ankles and fractures require RICE therapy (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation). Assess circulation, motor function, and sensation (CMS).
- ORIF is used for displaced fractures; closed reduction for non-displaced; traction can help reduce pain and realign bones.
- Compartment Syndrome: increased swelling in fractures; early signs include edema, late signs include pallor and pulselessness.
Spine and Joint Disorders
- Scoliosis diagnosis includes S-shaped curvature greater than 10%; treatment may involve thermal therapy.
- Kyphosis often presents as hunchback in older adults; diagnosed with imaging tests.
- Osteoarthritis and osteoporosis risk factors: obesity, vitamin D/calcium absorption issues.
- Cane usage: COAL (Cane on Opposite Affected Leg) for support.
Post-Surgical and Rehabilitation Considerations
- Impaired mobility patients are at risk of pressure ulcers, DVTs, and constipation.
- Phantom limb sensation after amputation may require anticonvulsants for management.
- Comprehensive care includes psychosocial support for amputees and rehabilitation services to promote mobility and strength.
Gastrointestinal Assessment and Treatments
- Abdomen assessment using IAPP: inspect, auscultate, palpate, and percuss.
- NG Tube: used for nutrition and decompression. Verify orders, gather supplies, inspect nares, confirm placement with X-ray.
- Position patients in high Fowler's; pin NG tube to gown; check placement every 4 hours; provide oral care every 4-8 hours.
- EGD: performed to inspect the upper GI for bleeding, ulcers, and swallowing difficulties. Patients must be NPO for 8-10 hours prior.
- Colonoscopy assesses lower GI health; bowel prep is necessary; avoid blood thinners.
- GERD symptoms: heartburn, dysphagia, atypical chest pain; risk factor includes alcohol; treated with PPIs, antacids, or H2 receptor antagonists. Surgery: Nissen Fundoplication.
Gastrointestinal Conditions
- Gastroenteritis: often caused by food poisoning; symptoms include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, poor skin turgor indicates dehydration.
- Colon cancer prevention: consume high-fiber vegetables like broccoli and cauliflower.
- Upper GI bleed indicators include black/tarry stool or red vomit; lower GI bleed presents as bright red stool or coffee grounds in vomit.
- Monitor for hypotension and tachycardia; labs reveal low hemoglobin and hematocrit.
Bowel Conditions
- Bowel obstruction indicators: flatus and belching signal return of bowel function.
- IBS symptoms: diarrhea or constipation, lower left quadrant pain; potential complications include dehydration and small bowel obstruction.
- Crohn's Disease: characterized by patchy inflammation; symptoms include bloody diarrhea; no cure, treatment focuses on symptom management.
- Ulcerative Colitis: continuous inflammation starting in the rectum; severe cases may require surgery.
- Diverticulitis: inflamed pouches in the LLQ; treated with antibiotics and bowel rest. Avoid seeds for diverticulosis.
Surgical and Post-Operative Care
- Stoma care: expect intact, beefy red skin; ileostomy typically produces semi-liquid stool. Empty bags when half full.
- Hepatitis: can cause abdominal pain, jaundice, clay stool, and hepatic encephalopathy due to liver failure. Frequent small high-calorie meals recommended.
- Hepatitis types: A (oral/fecal), B (blood/body fluids, vaccine available), C (blood/body fluids, no vaccine). Treatment varies by type.
- Acute pancreatitis requires NPO status and IV fluids; chronic pancreatitis management involves avoiding alcohol and caffeine.
Musculoskeletal Conditions and Injuries
- Bone cancer (osteosarcoma) symptoms include pain worsening with motion; prognosis is generally poor.
- Muscular dystrophy: slow progression requires fall precautions and glucocorticoid therapy; hospice is not initiated initially.
- Twisted ankles and fractures require RICE therapy (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation). Assess circulation, motor function, and sensation (CMS).
- ORIF is used for displaced fractures; closed reduction for non-displaced; traction can help reduce pain and realign bones.
- Compartment Syndrome: increased swelling in fractures; early signs include edema, late signs include pallor and pulselessness.
Spine and Joint Disorders
- Scoliosis diagnosis includes S-shaped curvature greater than 10%; treatment may involve thermal therapy.
- Kyphosis often presents as hunchback in older adults; diagnosed with imaging tests.
- Osteoarthritis and osteoporosis risk factors: obesity, vitamin D/calcium absorption issues.
- Cane usage: COAL (Cane on Opposite Affected Leg) for support.
Post-Surgical and Rehabilitation Considerations
- Impaired mobility patients are at risk of pressure ulcers, DVTs, and constipation.
- Phantom limb sensation after amputation may require anticonvulsants for management.
- Comprehensive care includes psychosocial support for amputees and rehabilitation services to promote mobility and strength.
Gastrointestinal Assessment and Treatments
- Abdomen assessment using IAPP: inspect, auscultate, palpate, and percuss.
- NG Tube: used for nutrition and decompression. Verify orders, gather supplies, inspect nares, confirm placement with X-ray.
- Position patients in high Fowler's; pin NG tube to gown; check placement every 4 hours; provide oral care every 4-8 hours.
- EGD: performed to inspect the upper GI for bleeding, ulcers, and swallowing difficulties. Patients must be NPO for 8-10 hours prior.
- Colonoscopy assesses lower GI health; bowel prep is necessary; avoid blood thinners.
- GERD symptoms: heartburn, dysphagia, atypical chest pain; risk factor includes alcohol; treated with PPIs, antacids, or H2 receptor antagonists. Surgery: Nissen Fundoplication.
Gastrointestinal Conditions
- Gastroenteritis: often caused by food poisoning; symptoms include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, poor skin turgor indicates dehydration.
- Colon cancer prevention: consume high-fiber vegetables like broccoli and cauliflower.
- Upper GI bleed indicators include black/tarry stool or red vomit; lower GI bleed presents as bright red stool or coffee grounds in vomit.
- Monitor for hypotension and tachycardia; labs reveal low hemoglobin and hematocrit.
Bowel Conditions
- Bowel obstruction indicators: flatus and belching signal return of bowel function.
- IBS symptoms: diarrhea or constipation, lower left quadrant pain; potential complications include dehydration and small bowel obstruction.
- Crohn's Disease: characterized by patchy inflammation; symptoms include bloody diarrhea; no cure, treatment focuses on symptom management.
- Ulcerative Colitis: continuous inflammation starting in the rectum; severe cases may require surgery.
- Diverticulitis: inflamed pouches in the LLQ; treated with antibiotics and bowel rest. Avoid seeds for diverticulosis.
Surgical and Post-Operative Care
- Stoma care: expect intact, beefy red skin; ileostomy typically produces semi-liquid stool. Empty bags when half full.
- Hepatitis: can cause abdominal pain, jaundice, clay stool, and hepatic encephalopathy due to liver failure. Frequent small high-calorie meals recommended.
- Hepatitis types: A (oral/fecal), B (blood/body fluids, vaccine available), C (blood/body fluids, no vaccine). Treatment varies by type.
- Acute pancreatitis requires NPO status and IV fluids; chronic pancreatitis management involves avoiding alcohol and caffeine.
Musculoskeletal Conditions and Injuries
- Bone cancer (osteosarcoma) symptoms include pain worsening with motion; prognosis is generally poor.
- Muscular dystrophy: slow progression requires fall precautions and glucocorticoid therapy; hospice is not initiated initially.
- Twisted ankles and fractures require RICE therapy (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation). Assess circulation, motor function, and sensation (CMS).
- ORIF is used for displaced fractures; closed reduction for non-displaced; traction can help reduce pain and realign bones.
- Compartment Syndrome: increased swelling in fractures; early signs include edema, late signs include pallor and pulselessness.
Spine and Joint Disorders
- Scoliosis diagnosis includes S-shaped curvature greater than 10%; treatment may involve thermal therapy.
- Kyphosis often presents as hunchback in older adults; diagnosed with imaging tests.
- Osteoarthritis and osteoporosis risk factors: obesity, vitamin D/calcium absorption issues.
- Cane usage: COAL (Cane on Opposite Affected Leg) for support.
Post-Surgical and Rehabilitation Considerations
- Impaired mobility patients are at risk of pressure ulcers, DVTs, and constipation.
- Phantom limb sensation after amputation may require anticonvulsants for management.
- Comprehensive care includes psychosocial support for amputees and rehabilitation services to promote mobility and strength.
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