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frankwu

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on: Jul 22, 2018
When should discharge planning begin for the surgical patient?
 
  a. The day of discharge c. The first day of ad-mission
  b. The first day after surgery d. The day of surgery

Question 2

Which of the following should be addressed after a surgical patient has achieved pain control?
 
  a. Oral intake c. Bowel sounds
  b. Activity status d. Resumption of oral medications


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kbennett34

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C
Discharge planning begins with admission to the hospital. This is especially true in the case of the surgical patient. The nurse may be the first person to identify patient and family needs that require special planning early in the stay with a plan for later discharge.

Answer to Question 2

B
Once pain control is achieved, activity level should be addressed. There are complications associated with prolonged bed rest, so it is important for postoperative care personnel to assist the patient in achieving the ordered levels of activity.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Excellent

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