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magmichele12

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An example of The Joint Commission core measures would be for the prevention of deep venous thrombosis postoperatively. Which patient would not need prophylaxis postoperatively?
 
  a. A postoperative open-heart surgery patient who is on a ventilator
  b. A postoperative total-hip replacement patient who does not get out of bed
  c. A postoperative liver transplant patient who is on bed rest because of pneumonia complication
  d. A postoperative appendectomy patient who ambulates with his mother three times a day

Question 2

Which of The Joint Commission (TJC) core measures would the nurse expect to see used on a postoperative surgical area?
 
  a. Standards for dressing changes
  b. Standards for deep venous thrombosis prophylaxis
  c. Standards for patient-controlled analgesia
  d. Standards for atelectasis prevention



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Answer to Question 1

D

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A This does not apply.
B This does not apply.
C This does not apply.
D Patients who ambulate at least three times a day are considered exempt from prophylaxis.

Answer to Question 2

B

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A This is not a core measure established by TJC.
B One of TJC core measures for judging hospital performance is deep venous thrombosis prophylaxis.
C This is not a core measure established by TJC.
D This is not a core measure established by TJC.



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