What actions by the circulating nurse are important to promote ...

[kaid0807]

What actions by the circulating nurse are important to promote client comfort? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Correct positioning
  b. Introducing one's self
  c. Providing warmth
  d. Remaining present
  e. Removing hearing aids

Question 2

A client is having shoulder surgery with regional anesthesia. What actions by the nurse are most important to enhance client safety related to this anesthesia? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Assessing distal circulation to the operative arm after positioning
  b. Keeping the client warm during the operative procedure
  c. Padding the client's shoulder and arm on the operating table
  d. Preparing to suction the client's airway if the client vomits
  e. Speaking in a low, quiet voice as anesthesia is administered

[kardosa007]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, B, C, D
The circulating nurse can do many things to promote client comfort, including positioning the client correctly and comfortably, introducing herself or himself to the client, keeping the client warm, and remaining present with the client. Removing hearing aids does not promote comfort and, if the client is still awake when they are removed, may contribute to disorientation and anxiety.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, C
After regional anesthesia is administered, the client loses all sensation distally. The nurse ensures client safety by assessing distal circulation and padding the shoulder and arm appropriately. Although awake, the client will not be able to report potential injury. Keeping the client warm is not related to this anesthesia, nor is suctioning or speaking quietly.