Before beginning to implement preoperative medical orders for a ...

[anjilletteb]

Before beginning to implement preoperative medical orders for a surgical client, it is MOST important that the nurse:
 
  a. ask the visitors to leave the client's room
  b. be sure that the surgical consent form has been signed
  c. complete the preoperative checklist
  d. verify the identity of the client verbally and by viewing the name band

Question 2

Nursing interventions for clients with intestinal obstruction include all of the following. Which action would be a priority?
 
  a. administering IV fluid and electrolyte replacements as ordered
  b. checking weight daily
  c. giving oral care frequently
  d. monitoring intake and output every shift

[lcapri7]

Answer to Question 1

D
Before any specific physical preparation for surgery is initiated, the nurse must verify the client's identity verbally by checking the identification band and by asking the client what surgical procedure is scheduled.

Answer to Question 2

A
Nursing care of the client who has an intestinal obstruction includes managing pain and monitoring fluid volume.

[anjilletteb]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[gcook]

Excellent