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CharlieWard

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A circulating nurse wishes to provide emotional support to a client who was just transferred to the operating room. What action by the nurse would be best?
 
  a. Administer anxiolytics.
  b. Give the client warm blankets.
  c. Introduce the surgical staff.
  d. Remain with the client.

Question 2

A client has received intravenous anesthesia during an operation. What action by the postanesthesia care nurse is most important?
 
  a. Assist with administering muscle relaxants to the client.
  b. Place the client on a cardiac monitor and pulse oximeter.
  c. Prepare to administer intravenous antiemetics to the client.
  d. Prevent the client from experiencing postoperative shivering.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
The nurse can provide emotional support by remaining with the client until anesthesia has been provided. An extremely anxious client may need anxiolytics, but not all clients require this for emotional support. Physical comfort and introductions can also help decrease anxiety.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Intravenous anesthetic agents have the potential to cause respiratory and circulatory depression. The nurse should ensure the client is on a cardiac monitor and pulse oximeter. Muscle relaxants are not indicated for this client at this time. Intravenous anesthetics have a lower rate of postoperative nausea and vomiting than other types. Shivering can occur in any client, but is more common after inhalation agents.


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