Which Action Should a Nurse Implement to Diminish Swelling of the Residual

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which action should a nurse implement to diminish swelling of the residual limb in the postoperative period after an above-the-knee amputation?

• A) Elevate the foot of the bed on blocks.
• B) Elevate the residual limb on pillows.
• C) Elevate the head of the bed 15 degrees.
• D) Turn the patient on the affected side.

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Definitions:

Marginal Cost

The supplementary expenditure brought on by the creation of one more unit of a good or service.

Total Variable Cost

The sum of all variable expenses that are incurred in the direct production of goods or services.

AVC

Average Variable Cost, which is the variable cost per unit of output.

Marginal Cost

The production cost for one more unit of a product.