Author Question: A registered nurse (RN) has recently specialized in the field of surgery. As an RN in the surgical ... (Read 52 times)

segrsyd · **on:** Jul 17, 2018

A registered nurse (RN) has recently specialized in the field of surgery. As an RN in the surgical department, what is the advanced practice role the RN could pursue?

A) First assistant in surgery
B) Administering intravenous (IV) medications
C) Administering prescribed medications
D) Prescribing postoperative care

Question 2

The nurse is reviewing the three types of neurons with the client. The client asks the nurse what is the function of the sensory neuron. What is the best explanation of the sensory neuron?

1 . Receives and transmits messages to the central nervous system from all parts of the body
2 . Receives and transmits messages from the central nervous system to muscle and glands in all parts of the body.
3 . Usually has long dendrites and a short axon.
4 . Usually has short dendrites and a long axon.
A) 1, 3
B) 1, 4
C) 2, 3
D) 2, 4

Galvarado142 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 17, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
Feedback:
When an RN has obtained special training in surgery, the nurse can function as the first assistant in surgery. Providing bedside care, wound care, administering prescribed medications, and monitoring the client's diet are functions of a licensed practical nurse (LPN).

Answer to Question 2

A
Feedback:
Sensory (afferent) neurons receive and transmit messages to the central nervous system from all parts of the body. These messages include such factors as hormone levels, blood pH, touch, sound, light, and pressure. Sensory neurons usually have long dendrites and a short axon. Motor (efferent) neurons receive and transmit messages from the central nervous system to muscles and glands in all parts of the body. These messages are transmitted as motor output, which causes an action. The signals carried by motor neurons alter muscle activity or cause glands to secrete. Motor neurons usually have short dendrites and a long axon.