This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer

Author Question: The nurse is caring for the postoperative patient in the PACU. The patient is concerned about the ... (Read 69 times)

Lobcity

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 524
The nurse is caring for the postoperative patient in the PACU. The patient is concerned about the abdominal staples closing her wound for fear they will open and her insides will fall out. Which of the following is the best response by the nur
 
  A) Don't worry, the staples are properly placed and will not come out until they are removed by the physician.
  B) If you are very careful and follow your postoperative instructions, there is no need to worry.
  C) There are sutures in various levels below the staples that assist in keeping your wound intact.
  D) Would you tell me why you are worried about that?
  E) That is possible, but we will keep a close eye on the staples.

Question 2

The recovery nurse is caring for a surgical patient in the PACU. The patient's blood pressure is dropping and their heart rate is increasing. The nurse suspects the patient is:
 
  A) overmedicated.
  B) experiencing normal adaptation to the postoperative period.
  C) allergic to the anesthesia.
  D) developing shock.



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

lauravaras

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 347
Answer to Question 1

Ans: C

Answer to Question 2

Ans: D




Lobcity

  • Member
  • Posts: 524
Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


dantucker

  • Member
  • Posts: 346
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

Did you know?

About 100 new prescription or over-the-counter drugs come into the U.S. market every year.

Did you know?

Side effects from substance abuse include nausea, dehydration, reduced productivitiy, and dependence. Though these effects usually worsen over time, the constant need for the substance often overcomes rational thinking.

Did you know?

In most cases, kidneys can recover from almost complete loss of function, such as in acute kidney (renal) failure.

Did you know?

Pubic lice (crabs) are usually spread through sexual contact. You cannot catch them by using a public toilet.

Did you know?

Most strokes are caused when blood clots move to a blood vessel in the brain and block blood flow to that area. Thrombolytic therapy can be used to dissolve the clot quickly. If given within 3 hours of the first stroke symptoms, this therapy can help limit stroke damage and disability.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library