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melina_rosy · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

The nurse is preparing a client for a palliative procedure. Which of the following is appropriate for the nurse to use to describe the purpose of the surgery?

1. This procedure will establish the diagnosis for further treatment.
2. This procedure will relieve pressure on the nerve causing the pain.
3. This procedure will restore function from the previous procedure.
4. This procedure will replace the malfunctioning nerve.

Question 2

Prior to the client's surgery, the nurse is responsible for: Standard Text: Select all that apply.

1. Assembling all medical records.
2. Scrubbing the surgical site.
3. Facilitating the client's bath or shower.
4. Having the client void prior to anesthesia.
5. Recording vital signs.

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

Answer to Question 1

2
Rationale: Diagnostic procedures confirm or establish a diagnosis, such as a biopsy of a mass in a breast.

Answer to Question 2

3,4,5
Rationale: The nurse is responsible for assembling pertinent records.