If a Woman Is at Risk for Thrombus and Is

question 15

Multiple Choice

If a woman is at risk for thrombus and is not ready to ambulate,nurses might intervene by doing all of these interventions except:

• A)Putting her in antiembolic stockings (TED hose)and/or sequential compression device (SCD)boots
• B)Having her flex,extend,and rotate her feet,ankles,and legs
• C)Having her sit in a chair
• D)Notifying the physician immediately if a positive Homans' sign occurs

Apply safety and infection control measures during dressing changes and wound care.

Recognize types of wounds that heal by primary, secondary, or tertiary intention and their care requirements.

Identify the functions of dressings and the rationale behind choosing specific dressing types for various wounds.

Understand the concept of proprium as introduced by Allport.

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Definitions:

Iconic Memory

Iconic memory is the visual sensory memory register pertaining to the visual domain and a fast-decaying store of visual information.

Echoic Memory

A component of sensory memory that specifically stores auditory information, allowing sounds and words to be recalled within a few seconds after the sound is heard.

Short-term Memory

The capacity for holding a small amount of information in mind in an active, readily available state for a short period.

Sensory Store Memory

The shortest-term element of memory, which acts as a buffer for stimuli received through the senses.