An 87-year-old has fallen and broken her hip. You should expect which of the following signs and symptoms?
A) The affected leg is rotated inward.
B) The affected leg is shortened, compared to the unaffected leg.
C) There is an absence of pain.
D) The toes of the affected leg are pointed upward.
B
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Which of the following statements regarding sodium metal chemical burns is correct?
A) Do not flush with water as doing so may produce heat and cause an explosion. B) Sodium metal burns should be covered with oil after irrigating with water. C) They react violently with oil and should only be flushed with sterile water. D) Applying baking soda to the wound effectively neutralizes sodium metals.
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