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Deast7027

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A 54 year-old man is postoperative day 1 following neck dissection surgery. Which of the following nursing actions should the nurse prioritize in the care of this patient?
 
  A) Teaching the patient about the signs and symptoms of major postoperative complications
  B) Positioning the patient in a high Fowler's position to protect the airway
  C) Ensuring that naloxone (Narcan) is available at the patient's bedside
  D) Maintaining protective isolation for 24 to 36 hours after surgery

Question 2

A 44-year-old patient has been seen in the clinic for suspected rheumatic disorder. She is to undergo a procedure to retrieve synovial fluid from her knee for a definitive diagnosis.
 
  The nurse knows that which of the following procedures will be involved?
  A) Angiography
  B) Myelography
  C) Paracentesis
  D) Arthrocentesis


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juwms

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

D


Deast7027

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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:D TYSM

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