A nurse is teaching a client who has a new diagnosis of acute bursitis in her right shoulder. Which of the following self-care strategies should the nurse recommend?

Elevation of the right arm

Intermittent ice and heat

Corticosteroid therapy

Range-of-motion exercises

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

A. Elevation of the right arm is not a primary treatment for bursitis; it is more commonly used for edema control.

B. Intermittent ice and heat helps reduce inflammation and pain associated with acute bursitis.

C. Corticosteroid therapy is a treatment option but may not be the first-line self-care strategy for acute bursitis without further evaluation by a provider.

D. Range-of-motion exercises should be avoided during acute inflammation, as it may exacerbate the condition.

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A. APTT 64 seconds B. Fibrinogen 85 mg/dL C. Platelets 156,000/mm³ D. PT 12 seconds

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. APTT of 64 seconds is prolonged but not specific to DIC alone; the normal range is generally around 30-40 seconds, and prolonged APTT can be seen in various conditions.
B. A fibrinogen level of 85 mg/dL is low. In DIC, fibrinogen levels decrease due to increased clotting and subsequent consumption of clotting factors.
C. A platelet count of 156,000/mm³ is within the normal range for most clients (150,000-450,000/mm³), though it might be lower in acute DIC.
D. A PT of 12 seconds is within the normal range for most clients (11-13.5 seconds), so it does not require reporting for DIC.

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