A client is having a cast applied for a fractured leg that extends from below the knee to the base of the toes. The foot is flexed at a right angle in a neutral position. What type of cast is the client having applied?

Short leg cast.

Hip spica cast.

Walking cast.

Long leg cast.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

Choice A, A short leg cast is applied to immobilize the lower leg, specifically covering the area from below the knee to the base of the toes, and it often keeps the foot in a neutral position. It is typically used for fractures of the foot, ankle, or lower leg.

Choice B, hip spica cast, is not the correct answer because it is used for fractures of the hip or thigh.

Choice C, walking cast, is not the correct answer because it is a removable cast that allows the client to walk while it is on.

Choice D, A long leg cast extends from the thigh or hip down to the toes and is used for fractures of the knee, lower leg, or foot.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

Eustachian tube. The Eustachian tube is a narrow tube that connects the middle ear to the back of the nose and equalizes air pressure in the middle ear.

B. The malleus is a bone in the middle ear that transmits sound vibrations.

C. The pinna is the visible part of the ear that collects and directs sound waves.

D. The meatus is a passage or opening leading to the ear or nose.

A. There will be blood and mucus initially exiting the stoma. B. The stoma will shrink a bit over a period of weeks. C. The stool will be of normal consistency and color. D. The stoma should be beefy red. E. Drainage will begin approximately 24-48 hours following surgery.

Correct Answer is ["A","B","D","E"]

Explanation

Pre-operative education is successful when the client states that there will be blood and mucus initially exiting the stoma, the stoma will shrink a bit over a period of weeks, the stoma should be beefy red, and drainage will begin approximately 24-48 hours following surgery. These statements indicate that the client has a good understanding of what to expect after surgery.

Option C, The stool will be of normal consistency and color, is not a correct answer as the stool from an ostomy is different from normal stool consistency and color.

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A client is having a cast applied for a fractured leg that extends from below the knee to the base of the toes. The foot is flexed at a right angle in a neutral position. What type of cast is the client having applied?

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