The Patient Is Brought to the Emergency Department After Having

question 19

Multiple Choice

The patient is brought to the emergency department after having fractured an arm 12 hours ago.The arm is very edematous from the fingers to the elbow,and the patient cannot move it.What should be the initial action of the nurse?

• A)Test range of motion.
• B)Take the vital signs.
• C)Place ice packs on the arm.
• D)Check fingers for capillary refill.

Determine the legal consequences of modifying a contract and the relevance of additional agreements or understandings.

Distinguish between different types of contracts and their requirements for validity and enforceability.

Understand key terms and definitions relevant to the person-situation debate.

Comprehend the historical and current arguments in the person-situation debate.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Dissonance

The mental discomfort experienced by a person who holds two or more contradictory beliefs, values, or ideas at the same time.

Stimulus Generalization

A psychological phenomenon where a response to a specific stimulus also occurs in response to similar stimuli, often used in marketing to create brand families or product lines.

Calcium Supplement

a dietary product intended to provide calcium, essential for bone health and other bodily functions, to those who may not get enough from their diet.

Learned Predisposition

An acquired tendency to respond in a consistent way to a given object or entity, shaped by experiences, attitudes, and culture.