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drink · **on:** Jul 17, 2018

The nurse has to carry out various steps in teaching a client during the preoperative period. The nurse has to explain preparation procedures to the client as they are performed and tell the client how each step helps both client and surgeon.

Based on this information, what is the correct sequence for the nurse to carry out the steps of teaching a client in the preoperative period? 1 . Explain what the nurse is going to do
2 . Organize the teaching
3 . Demonstrate the procedure
4 . Have the client return the demonstration
A) 1, 2, 3, 4
B) 2, 1, 3, 4
C) 3, 4, 1, 2
D) 4, 3, 2, 1

Question 2

A nurse is assessing the vital signs of a group of clients. Which vital sign indicates an abnormal finding for a healthy adult?

A) Blood pressure 118/74
B) Temperature 37C
C) Pulse 66 beats per minute
D) Respiration rate 25 breaths per minute

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

Answer to Question 1

B
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Steps in sequence in teaching a client: organize the teaching, explain what the nurse is going to do, demonstrate the procedure, and have the client return the demonstration.

Answer to Question 2

D
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The normal respiration rate of an adult is 12 to 18 breaths per minute. For newborns, the rate is approximately 40 breaths per minute; for children, the rate varies from 25 to 30 breaths per minute. The normal blood pressure for an adult is about 120/80 . Normal body temperature using oral measurement remains at approximately 37C or 98.6F. The normal adult pulse rate is 60 to 80 beats per minute.