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melina_rosy

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The nurse is preparing a client for surgery. Which of the following physical preparations instructions might be necessary to include for the client scheduled for colon surgery? Standard Text: Select all that apply.
 
  1. Avoiding coughing
  2. Skin preparation
  3. Avoiding food prior to surgery
  4. Explaining the procedure
  5. Informing the client of the location of the waiting room

Question 2

The nurse is preparing a client for surgery. Preoperative teaching has been shown to have which of the following functions?
 
  1. Increases postoperative complications.
  2. Enhances the relationship between the nurse and the client's family.
  3. Decreases anxiety.
  4. Makes the client aware of the need for extended assistance.



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bigcheese9

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Answer to Question 1

2,3
Rationale: The client scheduled for colon surgery will need to cough and deep-breathe to maintain good oxygenation in the postoperative period.

Answer to Question 2

3
Rationale: Preoperative teaching has been shown to decrease postoperative complications.




melina_rosy

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
:D TYSM


Viet Thy

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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