The nurse observes that a 15-year-old female client has asymmetry of the shoulders and hips, and the hem of her dress is uneven. The nurse suspects that the client may be presenting with which of the following disorders?

Following the application of a hip spica cast for a patient with a fracture of the proximal third of the left femur, an appropriate nursing intervention is to

A patient who has had an open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) of left lower leg fractures complains of constant severe pain in the leg, which is unrelieved by the prescribed morphine. Pulses are faintly palpable and the foot is cool. Which action should the nurse take next?

The nurse is preparing to assist a patient who has had an open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) of a hip fracture out of bed for the first time. Which action should the nurse take?

The nurse is discussing carpal tunnel syndrome with a client who is experiencing pain at night. Which of the following interventions might the nurse suggest?

The nurse is preparing a teaching plan for a client who has undergone surgery for a hip fracture. The nurse should teach the client to avoid which of the following groups of activities to prevent dislocation of the hip?

The nurse obtains this information when assessing a 74-year-old patient in the outpatient clinic. Which finding is of highest priority when the nurse is planning care for the patient?

A patient suffers an injury to the knee while playing soccer. To identify abnormalities of cartilage and soft tissue surrounding the joint, the nurse would expect the patient to be evaluated with

A checkout clerk in a grocery store has repetitive strain syndrome in the left elbow. The nurse will plan to teach the patient about which initial intervention?

The nurse is working on an orthopedic unit. After receiving shift report, which client should the nurse assign to the unlicensed assistive person (UAP)?