Question

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?

Answer 1

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

What is a broken rib?

• 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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