NCLEX RN· RN Musculoskeletal · Musculoskeletal RN NCLEX Questions
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The nurse is caring for a client who sustained a fractured tibia and fibula and has a cast applied to the extremity. Which of the following findings would indicate the client has developed compartment syndrome?
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Correct Answer: Severe pain that is unrelieved by an opioid analgesic
The nurse is developing a self-management teaching plan for a client with low back pain. Which of the following should the nurse include?
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Correct Answer: Avoid bending at the waist and lifting heavy objects.'
The nurse is planning care for a client with a newly diagnosed fractured pelvis. Which action would lessen the risk of fat embolism syndrome (FES)?
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Correct Answer: Educate the client on pelvic immobilization.
The client is demonstrating signs and symptoms of
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Correct Answer: Fat embolism syndrome
The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with chronic gout. The nurse anticipates a prescription for which medication to lower uric acid levels?
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Correct Answer: allopurinol
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