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CORALGRILL2014

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The nurse assessing a postoperative patient discovers that the pulse is rapid, blood pressure has decreased, urinary output has decreased, and the dressing is dry. What can the nurse determine is indicated by these findings?
 
  a. Pain shock
  b. Dehydration
  c. Internal hemorrhage
  d. Acute infection

Question 2

What is the usual length of time before suture removal?
 
  a. 2 to 3 days
  b. 4 to 5 days
  c. 5 to 6 days
  d. 7 to 10 days



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
If a patient has a rapid pulse, decreased blood pressure, decreased urinary output, and the dressing is dry, then the diagnosis is most likely an internal hemorrhage.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Sutures are generally removed within 7 to 10 days.



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