Author Question: The nurse instructing a postsurgical patient in the use of thrombolytic deterrent stockings would ... (Read 36 times)

joesmith1212 · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

The nurse instructing a postsurgical patient in the use of thrombolytic deterrent stockings would include which of the following instructions?

a. Disregard appearance of edema above the stocking
b. Massage legs to smooth wrinkles out of stockings
c. Wring stockings thoroughly before hanging to dry
d. Wash stockings in warm water and mild soap

Question 2

Which circumstance could prevent the patient from signing his informed consent for a cholecystectomy?

a. The patient complains of pain radiating to the scapula.
b. The patient received an injection of Demerol, 75 mg IM, 1 hour ago.
c. The patient is 85 years of age.
d. The patient is concerned over his lack of insurance coverage.

flexer1n1 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Stockings should be washed gently in warm water and mild soap and laid over a surface to dry. They should not be wrung out or hung. Massaging legs may dislodge a clot and the appearance of edema indicates the stockings are too restrictive.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Informed consent should not be obtained if the patient is disoriented and under the influence of sedatives. Age, illegibility, and lack of insurance coverage do not prevent signing the consent. Pain into the scapula is a symptom of colitis.