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joblessjake

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on: Jul 11, 2018
Approximately how much blood is stored in the spleen that can be released in a hypovolemic emergency?
 
  a. 100 mL
  b. 300 mL
  c. 500 mL
  d. 1000 mL

Question 2

The patient has come to the PACU following an ileostomy for the treatment of ulcerative colitis. The patient is conscious and has a nasogastric tube in place and a pouch over the stoma. What should be the nurse's initial action?
 
  a. Turn patient to right side
  b. Give patient ice chips to moisten mouth
  c. Attach NG tube to suction
  d. Irrigate NG tube


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Jordin Calloway

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
The spleen stores 1 pint of blood, approximately 500 mL, which can be released during emergencies.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Initially, the NG tube should be attached to suction to decompress the stomach and prevent nausea. Assessing the tube for the need of future irrigation will be part of the postoperative care.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Excellent

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

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