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What is a primary goal of nursing management in the case of an open fracture?
What is a primary goal of nursing management in the case of an open fracture?
- Relieve patient anxiety
- Reduce muscle spasms
- Promote bone alignment
- Prevent infection of the wound (correct)
What is included in the nutritional therapy for fracture healing?
What is included in the nutritional therapy for fracture healing?
- Low protein and low caloric diet
- High protein and low caloric diet
- Low fiber diet
- High protein and high caloric diet (correct)
What is a sign of limb ischaemia?
What is a sign of limb ischaemia?
- Warmth and redness of the limb
- Normal sensation and movement
- Pallor and pulselessness (correct)
- Swelling and bruising
What is a key component of wound care in open fracture management?
What is a key component of wound care in open fracture management?
What is the purpose of frequent neurovascular assessments in open fracture management?
What is the purpose of frequent neurovascular assessments in open fracture management?
What is a key aspect of preventing skin breakdown in patients with skeletal traction?
What is a key aspect of preventing skin breakdown in patients with skeletal traction?
What is a potential complication of skeletal traction that nurses should monitor for?
What is a potential complication of skeletal traction that nurses should monitor for?
What is the primary purpose of applying a cast to a patient with a fracture?
What is the primary purpose of applying a cast to a patient with a fracture?
What is a key aspect of cast care nursing?
What is a key aspect of cast care nursing?
What is a potential complication of internal fixation?
What is a potential complication of internal fixation?
What is a preventive measure for DVT in patients with skeletal traction?
What is a preventive measure for DVT in patients with skeletal traction?
What is a crucial cast care instruction to prevent complications?
What is a crucial cast care instruction to prevent complications?
What is a common indicator of complications in a patient with a cast?
What is a common indicator of complications in a patient with a cast?
How can a patient safely manage itching under their cast?
How can a patient safely manage itching under their cast?
What is an essential aspect of musculoskeletal injury prevention?
What is an essential aspect of musculoskeletal injury prevention?
What should a patient do if they experience persistent pain or swelling after a fracture?
What should a patient do if they experience persistent pain or swelling after a fracture?
Why is it essential to check the pulse proximal to the cast?
Why is it essential to check the pulse proximal to the cast?
