« previous next »

Author Question: The temperature of irrigation solution should be between 110 F and 115 F so that the patient's ... (Read 5 times)

sc00by25

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 596
on: Jul 18, 2018
The temperature of irrigation solution should be between 110 F and 115 F so that the patient's tissues will not be burned.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

If the countable items count results in an incorrect count, the circulating nurse is responsible only for informing the surgeon.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


xthemafja

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 348
Reply #1 on: Jul 18, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: F
Warm irrigation solution is used to rinse the surgical wound and should not exceed 110 F, which is the average temperature used for bathing.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: F
After all search options have been exhausted, a radiograph should be ordered and taken and an incident report filed. The OR record should reflect the incorrect count as well as efforts and actions taken to locate the missing countable item.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Parkinson's disease is both chronic and progressive. This means that it persists over a long period of time and that its symptoms grow worse over time.

Did you know?

The liver is the only organ that has the ability to regenerate itself after certain types of damage. As much as 25% of the liver can be removed, and it will still regenerate back to its original shape and size. However, the liver cannot regenerate after severe damage caused by alcohol.

Did you know?

There are approximately 3 million unintended pregnancies in the United States each year.

Did you know?

Malaria was not eliminated in the United States until 1951. The term eliminated means that no new cases arise in a country for 3 years.

Did you know?

There are 20 feet of blood vessels in each square inch of human skin.

Photograph of an occupational therapist assisting a patient with learning independence in activities Photograph of an occupational therapist assisting a patient with learning independence in activities
Temperature and Color Temperature and Color
Benedict's Solution Benedict's Solution
All messages must be documented and placed in the patient's chart. All messages must be documented and placed in the patient's chart.
Harmonic Series Solution Harmonic Series Solution
Calculate KP for the following reactions at the indicated temperature. Calculate KP for the following reactions at the indicated temperature.
Video: Interview with Person who has Panic Attacks

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library