Author Question: A nurse is caring for a client, age 70, who is preparing to undergo surgery for a hernia. The nurse ... (Read 91 times)

bclement10 · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

A nurse is caring for a client, age 70, who is preparing to undergo surgery for a hernia. The nurse is concerned about the client's competency and ability to sign the surgical consent.

A review of the medical records reveals no power of attorney is in existence. The nurse is performing an assessment to ensure the client is able to provide consent. Which of the following criteria must be met?
A) The client must voice knowledge of the medications that will be utilized for anesthesia.
B) The client must be able to verbalize the decision to undergo the surgical procedure.
C) The client must be able to acknowledge reasonable treatment options available.
D) The client must understand that antibiotics may be administered after the procedure.

Question 2

Which of the following is true of hyperthyroidism?

a. there is no ethnic variation
b. family history is not a risk factor
c. medications will cure the problem
d. beta-blockers are given to decrease the production of thyroid hormone