The nurse is using the PLISSIT model to address a patient's ...

[ashley]

The nurse is using the PLISSIT model to address a patient's alternation in sexuality. When counseling this patient, the nurse is working within which part of the model?
 
  a. P c. SS
  b. LI d. IT

Question 2

Which of the following patient systems is of priority when admitting a patient to the PACU?
 
  a. Level of conscious-ness c. Pain
  b. Surgical site d. Respiratory

[abro1885]

Answer to Question 1

C
P is assessment; LI is education, SS is counseling, and IT is referral.

Answer to Question 2

D
The nurse pays special attention to respiratory and circulatory stability first. Respiratory stability is determined through the use of pulse oximeters as well as through auscultating the chest and assessing respiratory rate and rhythm.