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Frost2351

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The circulating nurse is plugging in a piece of equipment and notes that the cord is frayed. What action by the nurse is best?
 
  a. Call maintenance for repair.
  b. Check the machine before using.
  c. Get another piece of equipment.
  d. Notify the charge nurse.

Question 2

A nurse working in the preoperative holding area performs which functions to ensure client safety? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Allow small sips of plain water.
  b. Check that consent is on the chart.
  c. Ensure the client has an armband on.
  d. Have the client help mark the surgical site.
  e. Allow the client to use the toilet before giving sedation.


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courtney_bruh

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
The circulating nurse is responsible for client safety. If an electrical cord is frayed, the risk of fire or sparking increases. The nurse should obtain a replacement. The nurse should also tag the original equipment for repair as per agency policy. Checking the equipment is not important as the nurse should not even attempt to use it. Calling maintenance or requesting maintenance per facility protocol is important, but first ensure client safety by having a properly working piece of equipment for the procedure about to take place. The charge nurse probably does need to know of the need for equipment repair, but ensuring client safety is the priority.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B, C, D, E
Providing for client safety is a priority function of the preoperative nurse. Checking for appropriately completed consent, verifying the client's identity, having the client assist in marking the surgical site if applicable, and allowing the client to use the toilet prior to sedating him or her are just some examples of important safety measures. The preoperative client should be NPO, so water should not be provided.


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