Answer to Question 1
ANS: C
In addition to the usual postoperative assessments of wound, circulation, and vital signs, the neurologic status of the patient's extremities requires special attention. Prompt recognition of any neurologic impairment is imperative because delayed paralysis may develop that requires surgical intervention
Answer to Question 2
ANS: D
For a child who is immobilized, circulatory stasis and DVT development are prevented by instructing patients to change positions frequently, dorsiflex their feet and rotate the ankles, sit in a bedside chair periodically, or ambulate several times daily. Elevating the legs or placing a foot cradle on the bed will not prevent DVTs. A pillow under the knee would impair circulation, not improve it.
The nurse assists the patient in reflecting on his feelings
The nurse needs to inform the patient with impaired vision when a touch is to occur and ask permissi
Nurse examining and measuring hematuria sample from client with a UTI
Tubal ligation. To minimize the size of the incisions necessary, laparoscopic surgery may be used to
When to measure vital signs
To check pupillary reflexes the nurse first holds the penlight