Author Question: During preparation for surgery, the nurse applies which of the following to facilitate venous blood ... (Read 53 times)

saliriagwu · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

During preparation for surgery, the nurse applies which of the following to facilitate venous blood return?

1. Sequential compression devices
2. Histamine-receptor antihistamines
3. Anticholinergics
4. Cleansing enema

Question 2

The nurse identifies factors that can cause errors in blood pressure measurement that yield higher results, such as: Standard Text: Select all that apply.

1. Use of an electronic blood pressure device.
2. Use of an aneroid sphygmomanometer.
3. Use of a Doppler ultrasound stethoscope.
4. A blood pressure cuff that is too small for the diameter of the client's arm.
5. A blood pressure cuff that is too long.

angrybirds13579 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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Rationale: SCDs are used to promote venous return from the legs; they inflate and deflate plastic sleeves wrapped around the legs to promote venous flow

Answer to Question 2

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Rationale: Research indicates that automated electronic devices produce higher values than do manual readings.