Which Patient Problem Has the Highest Priority After Surgery for the Open

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which patient problem has the highest priority after surgery for the open reduction and external fixation of an ankle?

• A) Potential activity intolerance
• B) Potential for infection
• C) Immobility
• D) constipation

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Definitions:

Mental Speed

A cognitive ability that refers to how quickly an individual can process information, often measured by tasks requiring rapid decision making.

Inspection Time

The minimum time necessary to distinguish between two stimuli based on brief presentations.

Task Representation

The mental depiction and understanding of the tasks one is attempting to perform.

Task Concept

The understanding or model a person has about a specific task, including its goals, procedures, and outcomes.