The Nurse Uses the Five Ps to Assess Ischemia in a Child

question 39

Multiple Choice

The nurse uses the five Ps to assess ischemia in a child with a fracture.What finding is considered a late and ominous sign?

• A) Petaling
• B) Posturing
• C) Paresthesia
• D) Positioning

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Definitions:

Coordinated Thought

The ability to integrate different ideas, perspectives, or pieces of information in a cohesive manner, leading to more complex reasoning and problem-solving skills.

Appetite

A natural desire to satisfy a bodily need, particularly for food.

Myelination

The process of forming a myelin sheath around nerves to increase the speed at which impulses propagate.

Neural Impulses

Electrical signals that travel along the neurons, allowing communication between different parts of the body and the brain.