Author Question: The nurse is obtaining a pulse oximetry reading on a client. What are common locations that the ... (Read 57 times)

daltonest1984 · **on:** Jul 17, 2018

The nurse is obtaining a pulse oximetry reading on a client. What are common locations that the nurse can place the pulse oximetry sensor?

1 . Finger
2 . Toe
3 . Hand
4 . Earlobe
A) 1, 2, 3
B) 1, 2, 4
C) 1, 3, 4
D) 2, 3, 4

Question 2

A client develops postpartum hematoma because of prolonged pressure during labor. What are the initial nursing considerations for postpartum hematoma?

A) Avoid giving an analgesic to the client.
B) Apply warm compresses at the perineal area.
C) Perform incision and ligation of a blood vessel.
D) Assess perineal area for discoloration and swelling.

asware1 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 17, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B
Feedback:
A sensor is placed on a finger, toe, or earlobe, not the hand.

Answer to Question 2

D
Feedback:
The nurse should assess the perineal area for discoloration and swelling when a client develops postpartum hematoma. The nurse may give analgesics to relieve discomfort. The nurse may give the client cold, not warm, compresses or a medicated pad. Sometimes, compresses soaked in a magnesium sulfate solution can be used. A birth attendant, not the nurse, performs an incision and ligation of a blood vessel, if necessary.