Case Study Muskoskeletal J.C. is a 41-year-old man who comes to the...

Question Answered step-by-step Case Study Muskoskeletal J.C. is a 41-year-old man who comes to the… Case Study MuskoskeletalJ.C. is a 41-year-old man who comes to the ED with complaints of acute low back pain. He states that he did some heavy lifting yesterday, went to bed with a mild backache and awoke this morning with terrible back pain. He admits to having had a similar episode of back pain “after I lifted something heavy at work”. J.C. has a past medical history of peptic ulcer disease related to the use of NSAIDS. He is 6 feet tall and weighs 275lbs and has a prominent “potbelly”1. J.C. used to take Motrin 600mg until he developed his duodenal ulcer. What is the relationship between the two? What are the signs and symptoms would you expect if an ulcer developed?2. What observable characteristics does J.C. have that makes him highly susceptible to a low back injury?3. What questions would be appropriate to ask J.C. in evaluating the extent of his back pain All other serious conditions were ruled out and J.C. is diagnosed with lumbar strain. The provider orders a physical therapy consult for development of a program which includes stretching, strengthening and exercise program with a dietary consult. J.C. is given a prescription for Flexeril 10mg TID x 10 days. He is ordered to use an ice pack for 20 minutes every hour every day. He is ordered to rest his back for 1 to 2 days. He should only get up when needed to relieve muscle spasms in his back which will strengthen his back muscles. He is instructed to return to the ED for worsening pain. 4. What points would you include when teaching J.C. about muscle relaxants?5. What is Naprosyn and how does it work? What advantage does this medication have over Tylenol?6. What can be some long-term complications of using Naprosyn?7. Develop three nursing diagnoses for this patient?8. What are some primary prevention teaching points can you include in this care plan for the patient? In regards to diet, nutrition, exercise, and his occupation? Health Science Science Nursing NURS 240 Share QuestionEmailCopy link Comments (0)