Which assessment finding should the nurse expect to observe when evaluating the effectiveness of Buck's traction for a patient who has an intracapsular fracture of the right femur?

A. Visible signs of bone healing on an X-ray.

Increased swelling and redness in the right hip.

Improved range of motion in the right hip.

Decrease in hip pain.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

Choice A rationale

Visible signs of bone healing on an X-ray would not be expected after Buck's traction. Healing takes longer to become visible on an X-ray.

Choice B rationale

Increased swelling and redness would indicate complications such as infection or thrombophlebitis, not the effectiveness of traction.

Choice C rationale

Improved range of motion would not typically be expected while Buck's traction is in place. The primary purpose is to reduce pain and immobilize the fracture.

Choice D rationale

Decrease in hip pain is a direct indicator of the effectiveness of Buck's traction in alleviating symptoms and preventing further injury to the fractured femur.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

Choice A rationale

Hypertension is not typically a sign of heart failure related to cor pulmonale. It is more associated with systemic issues rather than pulmonary complications.

Choice B rationale

Peripheral edema is a common sign of heart failure and cor pulmonale due to increased pressure in the venous system, leading to fluid accumulation in the tissues.

Choice C rationale

Increased respiratory rate may occur but is not specific to heart failure in cor pulmonale.

Choice D rationale

Cough with pink-tinged sputum is more indicative of pulmonary edema related to left-sided heart failure rather than cor pulmonale.

Correct Answer is ["3"]

Explanation

Step 1 is 1.5 mg ÷ 0.5 mg/tablet = 3 tablets.

Final calculated answer: 3 tablets.

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Which assessment finding should the nurse expect to observe when evaluating the effectiveness of Buck's traction for a patient who has an intracapsular fracture of the right femur?

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Correct Answer is B

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A nurse is preparing to administer digoxin 1.5 mg PO to a client. The amount available is digoxin 0.5 mg/tablet. How many tablets should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)

Correct Answer is ["3"]

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