To assist the postoperative patient to cough, the nurse: a. ...

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To assist the postoperative patient to cough, the nurse:
 
  a. supports the patient's back.
  b. offers an antitussive.
  c. splints the abdomen with a pillow.
  d. leans patient against the bedside table.

Question 2

The purpose of QA (quality assurance) is to:
 
  a. screen employment applications.
  b. evaluate care results against accepted standards.
  c. conduct in-services for quality documentation.
  d. report deviation from standards to the state health department.

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Answer to Question 1

C
To assist a postoperative patient to cough, splinting the abdomen with pillow, hands, or a towel roll is helpful to relieve stress on the suture line.

Answer to Question 2

B
QA is an in-house department that evaluates care services and results against accepted standards.