the nurse is assessing a client who had a cast placed 4 hours ago what assessment finding is cause for concern
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Multi Dimensional Care | Final Exam

1. The nurse is assessing a client who had a cast placed 4 hours ago. What assessment finding is cause for concern?

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Inability to insert a finger between the cast and skin indicates the cast is too tight, risking circulation problems.

2. What lifestyle habits positively affect skin integrity?

Correct answer: A

Rationale:

3. What is a sign of inadequate perfusion?

Correct answer: B

Rationale:

4. A client who is sitting in High-Fowler's position is at risk for what type of injury as the skin layers shift in opposite directions?

Correct answer: D

Rationale:

5. A nurse is admitting a client who has tuberculosis. What transmission-based precautions should the nurse initiate?

Correct answer: C

Rationale:

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