Author Question: The nurse is preparing the client for surgery and assisting the client to put on a hospital gown and ... (Read 19 times)

Themember4 · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

The nurse is preparing the client for surgery and assisting the client to put on a hospital gown and hair cap. Which of the following articles does the nurse remove? (Select all that apply.)

a. hair piece d. dentures
b. glasses e. hearing aid
c. jewelry f. nail polish

Question 2

A 3-year-old child is being discharged home after a tonsillectomy. In addition to specific information about the child's postoperative care, which of these aspects should the nurse include in the child's discharge plan?

a. Tell the caregivers that they may notice changes in toileting patterns.
b. Explain to the caregivers that the child may develop behavioral changes such as regression.
c. Review caregiver dynamics to be sure the child will be safe.
d. Recap the child's hospitalization experience, including details of the surgery performed.

braelync · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A, C, D, F
Jewelry, makeup, nail polish, hairpins, wigs, dentures, bridgework, and any prostheses are removed; if policy permits, hearing aids, glasses, or contact lenses are left in place and the nurse so informs the operating room nurse.

Answer to Question 2

B
Make the caregivers aware that behavioral changes often occur after hospitalization. These changes may include fear or anxiety about sleeping or separation, regression, withdrawal, aggression, and demanding behavior.