An 80-year-old woman was brought to the department in a wheelchair with a request form that reads, History: trip and fell. X-ray request: Right hip, Right Femur, and Right knee. a)... An 80-year-old woman was brought to the department in a wheelchair with a request form that reads, History: trip and fell. X-ray request: Right hip, Right Femur, and Right knee. a) Prepare this woman for her examination (2 marks) b) What examinations will you do and why? (3 marks) c) What radiation protection will you give to this woman? (2 marks) d) How will you do a lateral knee for this woman? (3 marks)
Understand the Problem
The question describes a medical case involving an 80-year-old woman and asks for various actions related to her examination and care. It focuses on preparing for the examination, conducting examinations, ensuring radiation protection, and performing a specific procedure.
Answer
a) Explain and assist. b) Hip, femur, knee X-rays. c) Lead shielding. d) Lateral knee positioning with support.
a) Explain the procedure; assist onto the table gently. b) Right hip, femur, and knee X-rays to check for fractures. c) Use lead shielding for radiation protection. d) Perform lateral knee with supportive padding.
Answer for screen readers
a) Explain the procedure; assist onto the table gently. b) Right hip, femur, and knee X-rays to check for fractures. c) Use lead shielding for radiation protection. d) Perform lateral knee with supportive padding.
More Information
Preparation includes making the patient comfortable and ensuring understanding. Proper examinations target potential injuries from the fall. Radiation protection is critical, especially for elderly patients. Careful positioning is needed for an effective lateral knee X-ray.
Tips
Ensure clear communication with the patient to reduce anxiety and ensure cooperation during positioning.
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