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liraira [26]
1 year ago
8

A client is diagnosed with a rib fracture and asks the nurse why strapping of the ribs is not being done. Which response by the

nurse is most appropriate?
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jok3333 [9.3K]1 year ago
4 0

"That isn't done because people often would develop pneumonia from the constricting effect on the lungs", response by the nurse is most appropriate.

<h3>What is a broken rib?</h3>
  • A break in a rib bone is known as rib fracture.
  • At the site of the break, there may be bruising. This typically with inspiration results in chest pain that is worse.
  • The broken pieces can cause pain when their shar edges contact the muscles or the lungs, resulting in more damage and bleeding.
  • Potential complications include a pneumothorax, pneumonia, pulmonary contusion.

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