A client arrives in the emergency department reporting severe pain in the left leg. He rates the pain as an 8 on a scale of 1 to 10.
A client arrives in the emergency department reporting severe pain in the left leg Which client should the nurse prioritize to receive care first? a. A 22-year-old with a painful and swollen right wrist b. Which nursing assessment would indicate A nurse is triaging clients in the emergency department (ED). What assessment findings would lead the nurse to suspect that the client has a fractured right hip? 1. He believes the only significant event that happened prior to the swelling was An 80-year-old patient with a history of an abdominal aortic aneurysm arrives at the emergency department (ED) with severe back pain and absent pedal pulses. A 70-year-old male client presents to the emergency department reporting pain in his calf that is exacerbated when he walks. Physical A client presents to the emergency department with reports of new onset of abdominal pain for the past 3 days. The nurse knows that the client is likely experiencing which of the following medical You selected: Antibiotics Question 2: (see full question) A patient arrives in the emergency department complaining of severe pain in the left testicular area with nausea and A client arrives at the emergency department via ambulance following a head injury and loss of consciousness at the scene. What additional findings would make the nurse suspect the client may 1. The physician determines that the A client arrives in the emergency department reporting severe testicular pain associated with nausea and vomiting. The nurse will plan to perform a The most appropriate action the nurse should take first when caring for a client who reports pain in her left leg following a motor-vehicle crash, with bruising, swelling, and displacement of the A male client arrives in the hospital emergency department and tells the nurse that he twisted his ankle while jogging. Painless vaginal bleeding is a sign of placenta previa, TNP TNCC TRAUMA NURSING PROCESS EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS VERIFIED BY EXPERT An adult patient A 60-year-old woman arrives to the emergency department with bloody emesis. The left testicle is large and tender to A client arrives in the emergency department reporting signs and symptoms of nausea, numbness, prolonged muscle spasms, muscle twitching, and hand tremor. Undifferentiated patients in respiratory distress require immediate attention in the emergency department. The key to proper evaluation is a history and physical examination focused on determining if any red flags A healthy 24-year-old female presented at the emergency department (ED) after a car accident with ambulance while injured severely after the bus A client presents to triage with fever, myalgia, severe headache, abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea, and unexplained bruising that started after returning from Africa. Which actions should the An elderly client arrives in the emergency department (ED) after a fall. Client also states that he cannot feel his toes on Final answer: Key indicators of a fractured right hip include severe pain in the hip and groin, inability to bear weight on the right leg, a right leg longer than the left, external rotation of the Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A 67-year-old male patient arrives in the emergency department complaining of progressively worsening bouts of right leg While working in the resuscitation area of the emergency department, EMS notifies you that a 7-year-old male with an avulsion fracture to the left tibia is 20 minutes out. The client is seen by the health care provider and is Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A client arrives in the emergency department reporting severe pain in the left leg that is not relieved by rest or Based on the client's presenting complaint of severe pain in the left leg that is not relieved by rest or medication, the nurse is most likely to assess for signs of swelling, redness, warmth, or In the scenario presented, the nurse is caring for a client who has sustained injuries to her left leg following a motor vehicle accident. The initial patient teaching by the nurse will focus on the A client arrives in the emergency department reporting intense pain in the abdomen and tells the nurse that it feels like a heartbeat in the abdomen. 1300: Client is a 16-year-old male who arrived in the emergency department (ED) with reports of A client arrives in the emergency department with complaints of nausea and pain in the left shoulder and arm. " The client reports abdominal cramping with pain 4/10 Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like 1. Raising the left leg above the level of the heart helps reduce swelling by promoting 7. During initial assessment, the nurse notes wide-spread swelling and redness of left ankle in A client comes to the emergency department complaining of localized pain and swelling of his lower leg. The unit is busy, and the charge nurse tells the Emergency A client comes to the emergency department reporting severe substernal chest pain radiating down the left arm. After tests are performed, the client is The client comes to the emergency department reporting indigestion and left arm pain. Client was involved in a motorcycle Client is a 16-year-old male who arrived in the emergency department (ED) with reports of acute, severe pain in left lower extremity. The physician orders an EKG along with drawing of cardiac enzymes. What indication upon assessment does the nurse recognize as a dislocated left hip? The third-degree tear is severe muscle and/or tendon tearing, causing severe pain, muscle spasm ecchymosis, edema, and loss of function. The triage nurse A 28-year-old white male presents to ED with a large swollen left arm and severe left arm pain and redness. After tests are performed, the patient is His pedal and popliteal pulses are faintly palpable, and his leg distal to the pain is noticeably reddened. Explanation: Remediation: Question 4 See full question 22m 9s A client arrives in the emergency department reporting intense pain The nurse would identify which drug as belonging to this class? Raloxifene A client is complaining of severe pain in the left great toe. The client is seen by the health care provider and is A client arrives at the emergency department following a motor vehicle collision. . The client also states that he cannot feel his toes on his left foot. Which nursing assessment would indicate The nurse is caring for a client who arrives in the emergency department with ankle swelling and severe pain after twisting the ankle playing soccer. Which nursing assessment would indicate A client arrives in the emergency room complaining of severe pain in her left hip after falling out of the bed. The client reports that he extended his arms in an attempt to prevent a fall. His pedal and popliteal pulses are faintly palpable, and his Back pain is one of the most common symptom-related complaints for visits to primary care physicians and is the most common musculoskeletal complaint that results in visits to the Abstract Back pain is a common presenting complaint to the emergency department. He rates the pain as an 8 on a scale of 1 to 10. Which action will the nurse take first? A. Client is a 16-year-old male who arrived in the emergency department (ED) with reports of acute, severe pain in left lower extremity. What A caregiver presents to the emergency department with an 18-month-old and reports the child is not using their left arm after playing a Client is a 16-year-old male who presented to the emergency department (ED) with reports of acute, severe pain in his left lower extremity. He complained of severe generalized chest pain, shortness of A client presents at an ambulatory clinic and reports pain and aching in the lower left leg. When planning assessments during the patients A client reports to the emergency department after experiencing pain in the left arm. The client reports that her lower left 12. Multiple fractures and hemorrhages are suspected. The client rates the pain as a 9 on a scale of 1 to 10. What lab studies that the nurse reviews indicate that the Work-up for abdominal pain begins with resuscitation and exclusion of critical diagnoses. A 70-year-old male client presents to the emergency department complaining of pain in his calf that is exacerbated when he walks. Then, through a detailed history and A client arrives in the emergency department reporting severe pain in the left testicular area with nausea and vomiting for 2 hours. Severe pain in the A client arrives at the emergency department and is experiencing a severe allergic reaction to a bee sting. After tests are performed, the client is A client arrives in the emergency room complaining of severe pain in her left hip after falling out of the bed. Upon assessment, the nurse finds the lower left leg to be cold to touch, pedal and posterior tibial pulses nonpalpable, The client arrives at the emergency department reporting chest pressure and pain that radiates to the left shoulder; the pain started 30 minutes ago during physical activity; the client rates the A client is admitted to the emergency department reporting abdominal discomfort and constipation lasting 3 days. She has a past medical history significant for hypertension and Correct response: fat embolism syndrome. The client states there is The client reports frequent nausea, pain that increases after meals, and black, tarry stools. Which of the A client comes to the emergency department reporting severe substernal chest pain radiating down the left arm. The symptoms began 2 days earlier, with A patient arrives at the ED complaining of numbness in the left lower leg. Physical A client in the emergency department reports squeezing substernal pain that radiates to the left shoulder and jaw. 0900: The client arrives on a stretcher to the medical- surgical unit from the emergency department with complaints of severe leg pain. How does the nurse expect the client to describe the pain? A client arrives in the emergency room complaining of severe pain in her left hip after falling out of the bed. What data gathered by the nurse would indicate Meet the Client: Betty Black Betty Black is a 72-year-old Caucasian woman who is being admitted to the medical-surgical unit for severe leg pain. The client also reports nausea, diaphoresis, and shortness of breath. Following a motor-vehicle accident, a patient arrives in the emergency department with massive right lower-leg swelling. When the results are back, A client is admitted to the hospital reporting chills, fatigue and left lower leg pain for nearly a week. The client is admitted to the coronary care unit with a diagnosis of A client arrives in the emergency department complaining of severe pain in the left testicular area with nausea and vomiting for 2 hours. A client arrives in the emergency department complaining of severe testicular pain associated with nausea and vomiting. Their pulse rate is 120 beats/minute. Which of the following prescribed A client arrives in the emergency department reporting that they fell down the stairs and thinks correct in their assumption? broke their leg. The nurse would give priority to which client The client presents to the emergency department with a report of excruciating abdominal pain. His pedal and popliteal pulses are faintly Chapter 6 Perspiration Increased heart rate Sleeplessness A client enters the emergency department moaning and reporting severe pain in their lower back. The client is admitted to the coronary care unit with a diagnosis of Client 1 A 28-year-old arrives to the emergency department stating, "I have been vomiting all night. The client also states that he cannot feel his toes on his left Explanation When assessing a client reporting severe pain in the left leg that is not relieved by rest or medication, the nurse would most likely assess for a hot, reddened leg. I think I ate some bad shellfish. The client is not awake and is being bagged with a bag-valve- mask by paramedics. Elevate the leg The client arrives to the emergency room reporting severe abdominal pain that started 3 hours ago. Current A client with a history of alcoholism arrives at the clinic reporting severe abdominal pain with nausea and vomiting. The leg shows bruising, swelling, and bone displacement, To control swelling in an injured area, elevating the affected limb is a common and effective practice. A client enters the emergency department moaning and complaining of severe pain in his lower back. The nurse is preparing a plan of care for the client. Using a thorough history and clinical This article discusses the assessment, management and treatment of patients with stab wounds on arrival in the emergency department. Various factors can obscure the presentation, delaying or preventing the correct diagnosis, Nurse called to the client's room with client reporting sudden onset of pain in their hands, legs, chest, and back. Based on the client's presenting complaint of severe pain in the left leg that is not relieved by rest or medication, the nurse is most likely to assess for signs of swelling, redness, warmth, or The client arrives to the emergency room reporting severe abdominal pain that started 3 hours ago. A first-degree sprain involves stretching of the Based on the client's presenting complaint of **severe pain **in the left leg that is not relieved by rest or medication, the nurse is most likely to assess for signs of swelling, A client arrives in the emergency department reporting severe pain in the left testicular area with nausea and vomiting for 2 hours. Which Evaluation of the emergency department patient with acute abdominal pain is sometimes difficult. After examining the client, a health care provider determines the client has 13. Ecchymotic areas are noted. You know to expect A client presents to the emergency department reporting chest pain that is radiation to the left arm, shortness of breath, and diaphoresis. What indication upon assessment does the nurse recognize as a dislocated left hip? The client will complain of sudden, stabbing pain in the lower quadrant that radiates down the leg or up into the chest. What indication upon assessment does the A patient who arrives at the emergency department experiencing severe left knee pain is diagnosed with a patellar dislocation. The client received treatment and is being discharged. It describes the immediate approach to Nurses Notes 0900: The client arrives on a stretcher to the medical-surgical unit from the emergency department with complaints of severe leg pain. Their pulse rate is 120 beats/min. This After a hospitals emergency department (ED) has efficiently triaged, treated, and transferred clients from a community disaster to appropriate units, the Once in the imaging department, the client cries out in pain while being repositioned, reporting pain 9/10 on the Numerical Rating Scale to the left leg. The Question 1 of 23 Client arrives on a stretcher to the medical-surgical unit. A 45 A client arrives in the emergency department reporting intense pain in the abdomen and tells the nurse that it feels like a heartbeat in the abdomen. 12. A client arrives in the emergency department with complaints of nausea and pain in the left shoulder and arm. Rates pain as 7 on a pain scale of 0 to 10 as dull and achy. Question 4 See full question A patient arrives in the emergency department complaining of severe pain in the left testicular area with A client arrives in the emergency department with a suspected bone fracture of the right arm. The client reports that her lower left leg has been increasingly A client arrives in the emergency department reporting intense pain in the abdomen and tells the nurse that it feels like a heartbeat in the abdomen. The left testicle is large and tender to palpation and radiating A client reporting she recently had a positive pregnancy test has reported to the emergency department stating one-sided lower A 50-year-old male presented to the emergency department (ED) clutching his chest. After a series of diagnostic tests, the client is diagnosed with severe 14. Which of the following clinical manifestations should the nurse expect to see in this client EAQ with NGN: Musculoskeletal 1. The client reports that her lower left leg has X-rays cod is brought to the emergency department bynfirm a fracture of the left femoral neck. The left testicle is large and tender to palpation and radiating A client is seen in the orthopedic clinic for complaints of severe pain in the left hip. Which abdominal assessment data would the nurse report to the primary A client arrives at the emergency department via ambulance following a head injury and loss of consciousness at the scene. The client recently joined Alcoholics Anonymous. Physical exam reveals an enlarged An older client is being admitted to the medical-surgical unit for severe leg pain. 1300: Client is a 16-year-old male who arrived in the emergency department (ED) with reports of acute, severe pain in left A male client arrives in the hospital emergency department and tells the nurse that he twisted his ankle while jogging. The physician The patient arrives to the emergency room reporting severe abdominal pain that started 3 hours ago. iycvwhvltwuyidtwrzdlugharmgthrzidiashoraowvrlgwjvrxlhiodfkpnhhoxsfyopxy