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Pea0909berry

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Following an angiogram with the insertion site of the left groin, the nurse will include in the plan of care provisions for (select all that apply):
 
  a. checking pedal pulses.
  b. ambulating with assistance 2 hours after recovery.
  c. checking color and warmth of left leg frequently.
  d. sandbagging over insertion site.
  e. placing patient in semi-Fowler position.

Question 2

The nurse encourages the patient who is recovering from a myocardial infarct (MI) to ask the health care provider to prescribe a cardiac rehabilitation series in order to learn to (select all that apply):
 
  a. improve stamina.
  b. strengthen muscles.
  c. plan an appropriate diet.
  d. select herbal remedies.
  e. reduce risk of further problems.
  f.
  understand heart condition.


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

ANS: A, C, D
The pulses below the insertion site are checked to ensure patency of the vessels; the color and warmth of the left extremity is checked to ensure adequate circulation. A sandbag or other pressure device is placed over the insertion site. The patient is maintained in a supine position for several hours postprocedure.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, E, F
Cardiac rehabilitation offers exercise programs to increase strength and increase stamina. Educational opportunities are offered on reduction of risk and understanding the disease process.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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:D TYSM

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