Answer to Question 1
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Aneurysm rupture is a life-threatening occurrence and the highest risk for the client until it can be repaired. Hypotension, cardiac arrhythmias, and loss of bowel sounds are all significant potential complications; however, they are not life threatening.
Answer to Question 2
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The nurse may auscultate a bruit at the site of the aneurysm. Pleural rib and crackles are adventitious sounds heard during the assessment of the lungs. Hyperactive bowel sounds may be heard when assessing the abdomen.
Client on IV patient-controlled analgesia (PCA).
A nurse prepares a client for anesthesia and surgery.
The surgical nurse assists the client into the correct position
GI endoscopy. (a) Similar to other forms of GI endoscopy, laparoscopy involves the insertion of a sp
abdominal viscera
Muscles Protecting the Organs of the Abdominal Cavity