the nurse is caring for a client who develops compartment syndrome from a severely fractured arm the client asks how this can happen what is the best
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Multi Dimensional Care | Exam | Rasmusson

1. The nurse is caring for a client who develops compartment syndrome from a severely fractured arm. The client asks how this can happen. What is the best response by the nurse?

Correct answer: C

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2. What finding is often present in a client with osteoporosis?

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Kyphosis is a common finding in osteoporosis due to vertebral compression fractures. Chronic pain (Choice A) can occur in osteoporosis but is not a specific finding. Dupuytren’s contracture (Choice B) is a condition affecting hand fingers' connective tissue, not typically associated with osteoporosis. Inflammation (Choice C) is not a typical finding in osteoporosis but rather a characteristic of other conditions.

3. A nurse is teaching a client who has fibromyalgia about strategies that might help reduce her symptoms. What should the nurse include in the client education?

Correct answer: C

Rationale:

4. The quality and risk nurse in the local hospital is performing a hospital survey on sentinel events. Which statements would the nurse use to best describe a sentinel event?

Correct answer: C

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5. What is a symptom of the expected disease pattern of rheumatoid arthritis?

Correct answer: B

Rationale:

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