A client is having a catheter placed in the femoral artery to ...

[yoooooman]

A client is having a catheter placed in the femoral artery to deliver yttrium-90 beads into a liver tumor. What action by the nurse is most important?
 
  a. Assessing the client's abdomen beforehand
  b. Ensuring that informed consent is on the chart
  c. Marking the client's bilateral pedal pulses
  d. Reviewing client teaching done previously

Question 2

A nurse works on an oncology unit and delegates personal hygiene to an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP). What action by the UAP requires intervention from the nurse?
 
  a. Allowing a very tired client to skip oral hygiene and sleep
  b. Assisting clients with washing the perianal area every 12 hours
  c. Helping the client use a soft-bristled toothbrush for oral care
  d. Reminding the client to rinse the mouth with water or saline

[iceage]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
This is an invasive procedure requiring informed consent. The nurse should ensure that consent is on the chart. The other actions are also appropriate but not the priority.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Even though clients may be tired, they still need to participate in hygiene to help prevent infection. The other options are all appropriate.

[yoooooman]

Excellent

[cpetit11]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it