A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who had a total joint replacement and is two days postoperative. Which of the following resources should the nurse consult to determine the client’s activity level for the day?

Critical pathway

Standards of care

Clinical practice guidelines

Textbook reference

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

A.   Critical pathway provides a specific, timeline-based plan of care with expected outcomes and interventions, including activity levels.
B.   Standards of care are important but may not offer specific guidance for the individual client's daily activity level.
C.   Guidelines may provide general recommendations but may lack specificity.
D.   This is general information source but not as specific or current as the institution's critical pathway.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Heat application can help relieve pain and stiffness associated with osteoarthritis.
However, it is important to use a heat pack with a temperature below body temperature to avoid skin burns.
B. Elevation is generally more relevant for conditions involving swelling, and it may not be the primary recommendation for osteoarthritis.
C. Acetaminophen is a common pain reliever, but other medications such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) may also be used for osteoarthritis pain management.
D. Decreasing foods high in purines is more relevant for conditions like gout, which is not typically associated with osteoarthritis.

A. A client who has a punctured femoral artery B. A client who has an open fracture C. A client who exhibits manifestations of multiple organ failure D. A client who has several closed fractures with bruising

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Emergent (red tag) category includes patients with life-threatening injuries requiring immediate attention, such as a punctured femoral artery.
B. An open fracture may be urgent but not emergent unless associated with severe bleeding or other life-threatening complications.
C. Manifestations of multiple organ failure are severe but may fall into the expectant (black tag) category.
D. Closed fractures with bruising may be urgent but not emergent unless there are associated life-threatening complications.

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A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who had a total joint replacement and is two days postoperative. Which of the following resources should the nurse consult to determine the client’s activity level for the day?

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