A Patient Just Had an Arthrogram Performed for Pain in a Synovial

question 7

Multiple Choice

A patient just had an arthrogram performed for pain in a synovial joint. Which nursing care is inappropriate following this procedure?

• A)Elevate the limb that was tested.
• B)Apply ice to the affected area.
• C)Discuss the need for 12 to 24 hours of rest.
• D)Apply an elastic wrap for swelling.

Recognize the purpose, strengths, and criticisms of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM).

Identify the types of anxiety disorders and their symptoms.

Distinguish between different types of phobias and their characteristics.

Understand the concept of mental disorder and its implications on individuals' functioning and behavior.

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Definitions:

Basal Ganglia

Groups of nuclei in the brain involved in coordinating movement as well as learning and behaviors that are associated with a reward.

Temporal Lobe

A region of the cerebral cortex responsible for processing auditory information and encoding memory.

Menarche

A girl’s first menstrual period, signaling that she has begun ovulation. Pregnancy is biologically possible, but ovulation and menstruation are often irregular for years after menarche.

Ovulation

The release of an egg from an ovary, a critical part of the female's menstrual cycle and necessary for reproduction.