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saraeharris

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The nurse is caring for a patient who is wearing antiembolism compression stockings. The patient repeatedly complains of discomfort caused by the stockings. What actions will the nurse take to improve comfort? Select all that apply.
 
  a. Assess to determine whether the stockings are the correct size.
  b. Remove the stockings for the remainder of the shift.
  c. Ensure there are no wrinkles or rolled areas in the stockings.
  d. Check that the stockings are on straight and the heel is in the right place.
  e. Make sure the closed toe is molded to the toes.

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The perioperative nurse maintains the safety of the patient during surgery with which of the following goals? Select all that apply.
 
  a. Preventing infection
  b. Improving the accuracy of patient identification
  c. Preventing mistakes in surgery
  d. Obtaining signed consent for surgery
  e. Keeping the family informed of patient's status


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Ddddd

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, C, D

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, C


saraeharris

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
:D TYSM

lcapri7

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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