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Disuse syndrome can cause...
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contractures, atrophy and muscle shortening, decreased ROM
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List possible etiologies for thrombophlebitis (venous thrombosis).
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immobility
local pressure on veing incorrect application of cast/traction injury to vessel wall altered blood coagulation |
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What are the preventative measures for DVT?
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elevate extremity
if there is a fracture, immobilize it adequate FLUID INTAKE (TEST) early mobilization TEDS, SCS LMWH |
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Patient has a DVT. It goes to their lungs. What do you see? What do you do?
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trouble breathing, anxiety, chest pain, ARDS. Stop activity, sit them up, put oxygen on them
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What are the two big interventions for fat embolism?
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Fluid recessitation (get BP UP)
Oxygenation |
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What might be a preliminary sign of FES?
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low urine output. kidneys are clogged
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What do you use a goniometer for?
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Range of Motion
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What is the straight leg test used for?
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lower back pain with herniated disk
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What is a concern of RA that you would monitor?
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CBC for anemia
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What two diseases in this unit have increased ESR rate?
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RA and SLE
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