TEST 3 Flashcards
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Strain
muscle pull or tear of ligaments and tendons
Sprain
Twisting, stretching or tearing of ligaments
Ex: Knee strain
RICE
Rest, Ice, Compression, Evelate
Severe burning pain, frequent changes in skin from hot and dry to cool and clammy shiny skin that is growing more hair in the injured extremity
CRPS- complex regional pain syndrome
When is heat advised in a patient who has sprain or contusion
after 2 days since inflammation is no longer likely to increase. Heat relives localized edema and improves circulation
What is a late sign of compartment syndrome
pulselessness- it signifies lack of distal tissue perfusion
Which factor may contribute to compartment syndrome?
Hemorrage
how long does a plaster cast need to dry
72 hour
Plaster cast
needs 72 hours to dry, be careful when handling to avoid pressure points
Fiberglass cast
Dries within 15 minutes, light weight and does give off heat while drying, water proof liner
6 P’s
Pallor Pulselessness Paresthesia Paralysis poikilothermia
It is important to call your provider when having a cast if..
you notice cyanotic, skin breakdown, notice soft spots around cast, drainage and odor
Fat embolism syndrome:
Occurs at the time of a fracture, fat globules can diffuse from the marrow into the bloodstream and block off the lungs, kidneys and brain.
Highest risk for FES
fracture of long bones, hips, crash injuries, multiple fractures
S/S of FES can occur…
12-72 hours after
tachycardia, SOB, confusion, chest pain, cyanosis, petechiae from nipple to face, high ESR
MEDICAL EMERGENCY–>SUPPLY OXYGEN
What labs should be monitored with a fracture,
6 P’s, coagulation labs, vital signs, know weight baring status
DIC
widespread hemorrhage, microthrombosis with ischemia, bleeding from mucous membranes, ventricular sites, GI and urinary.
Bucks traction
skin traction, make sure there is no pressure ulcers that occur, teach patients to try and shift weight in bed, look for nerve damage of circulation problems.
Bucks traction is used for
Lower limb extremities to help with pain!
PET scan
used to assess cancer and metastasis. Forms “hot spots” in an event of a tumor. Have the patient be NPO for 4-6 hours before. Must lie still for 90 minutes.
Uses a radioactive substance
Ventilation Perfusion Lung Scan (assesses and primarily used for…)
assesses the blood flow and airflow in the lungs
Primarily used for pulmonary embolis
Measure the amount of radiopaque substance in the lungs (normal should be 1:1)
What is the purpose of a bronchoscopy?
diagnosis of lung conditions–biopsy–> treatment of lung conditions such as removal of small lesions,
Bronchoscopy provides a direct visualizations of..
the lungs and airways by fiber optics
Nursing care for bronchoscopy..
NPO for 6 hours, pre op meds, intra procedure: conscious sedations monitoring, spray zylocaine.
NPO until gag reflex returns, VS stable.