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The PACU nurse is ensuring a postoperative client's intravenous line is infusing without difficulty. The goal of intravenous therapy in the immediate postoperative period is to:
 
  a. meet the metabolic needs of the client.
  b. maintain circulating volume.
  c. provide calories.
  d. sedate the client.

Question 2

The PACU nurse is caring for a client who received spinal anesthesia. Which of the following should be done to help prevent a headache that can occur after spinal anesthesia?
 
  a. Strict bed rest for 24 to 48 hours c. High Fowler's position for 12 hours
  b. Fluid restriction for 12 to 24 hours d. Trendelenburg position for 8 hours



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A



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