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burchfield96

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on: Jul 11, 2018
In which situation might surgery be delayed?
 
  a. The patient has taken Dilantin today.
  b. An illegible signature is on the consent form..
  c. The patient is still taking anticoagulants.
  d. The admission office is unable to confirm insurance coverage.

Question 2

The nurse caring for a patient who had an epidural block for a vaginal repair should be alert for:
 
  a. a flushing of the face and torso.
  b. numbness of the perineum.
  c. complaint of thirst.
  d. a sudden drop in blood pressure.


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nikmaaacs

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

ANS: C
All medications should be cancelled before surgery, except for drugs such as phenytoin (Dilantin). Anticoagulant therapy increases the threat of hemorrhage and may be a cause for delay.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Epidural anesthesia may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure or respiratory difficulty as the anesthetic agent moves up in the spinal cord. Elevating the patient's torso may prevent respiratory paralysis.


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

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